Pekko® Hops - U.S. Grown T-90 Pellets
| Hops Name: | Pekko |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin: | United States |
| Hops Purpose: | Bittering |
| Alpha Acidity: | A/A: 13.2% |
| Aroma & Flavor: | Lemon, Lime, Pineapple, Mint, Cucumber, Sage |
Pekko Hops for Floral Citrus, Herbal Notes, and Layered Modern Character
Pekko is a United States grown hop offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and valued for a profile that blends floral, citrus, and herbal character with softer melon and pear notes that help it stand out from more conventional American hops. It is one of those varieties that can feel both clean and distinctive, which makes it useful when a beer needs more personality than standard workhorse hops provide. The live flavor and aroma profile also includes Lemon, Lime, Pineapple, Cucumber, Sage.
That flexibility helps Pekko fit a wider range of recipes than many brewers first expect. It can work in lighter lagers and saisons where herbal structure matters, but it also has enough complexity to support pale ale, IPA, and other hop-forward styles.
Flavor and Brewing Character
Pekko is known for floral, citrus, and herbal character, often supported by mint, melon, and pear-like notes. It tends to present as layered rather than one-dimensional, which makes it especially interesting in beers where brewers want hop character with more nuance than straight citrus or pine.
In the brewhouse, Pekko works well for bittering, late-boil additions, whirlpool use, and dry hopping. It fits naturally in pale ale, IPA, saison, lager, and other beers where expressive hop aroma should stay balanced and drinkable.
Why Brewers Choose Pekko
Brewers often choose Pekko because it offers a broader and slightly more unusual profile than many mainstream American hops. It is a strong option when the goal is to add layered aroma and brewing versatility without defaulting to the same familiar citrus-forward choices.
Hop Specifications
- Origin: United States
- Hop form: T-90 Pellets
- Alpha acid: 13.0% - 16.0%
- Beta acid: 3.5% - 5.0%
- Total oils: 1.0 - 3.0 mL/100g
- Typical beer styles: Pale ale, IPA, saison, lager, and other balanced hop-forward beers
Packaging and Storage
Available in 1 oz and 1 lb sizes unless otherwise noted. Store cold after opening and keep oxygen exposure low to help preserve hop oils, aroma freshness, and brewing performance.