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Perle | Hop pellets Type 45
Perle hop, a classic from the Hallertau, delivers a finely spiced aroma with notes of apricot and citrus. Ideal for smooth bitterness in both traditional and modern beers.
Product number:
VA22000021-02-K5
Perle | Hop pellets Type 45
€20.23*
Product information "Perle | Hop pellets Type 45"
Perle hop is one of the most established German aroma hop varieties and a true hallmark of the Hallertau region. Officially approved in 1978, it has been prized for decades for its spicy-fine aroma profile, excellent cultivation properties, and wide popularity – with over 3,000 hectares currently under cultivation across Germany.
A genetic cross with Northern Brewer gives this variety not only robust yields but also relatively high alpha acid levels – making it ideal for beers with a gently balanced bitterness. The aroma delights with notes of apricot, honey, fresh hay, and citrus – perfect for traditional styles like Helles, Lager, or modern craft interpretations.
Processed as Type 45 pellets, Perle hop is particularly well-suited for late hop additions and ideal for brewers seeking to bring natural depth and elegance to their beers.
Perle Hop at a glance:
- Proven German aroma hop from Hallertau
- Spicy-fine aroma with apricot and citrus notes
- High alpha acids from Northern Brewer lineage
- Perfect for classic styles and modern craft beers
- Ideal for late additions and natural brewing elegance
| Alpha acid (%): | 6,0 |
|---|---|
| Aroma: | Apricot, Citrus, Hay, Honey |
| Category: | Aroma hops |
| Content: | 1 kg |
| Country of origin: | Germany |
| Crop year: | 2022 |
| Customs tariff number: | 12102010 (P45) |
| Growing area: | DEH |
| Hop variety: | Perle |
| Oil (ml/100g): | (n/a) |
| Processing type: | Pellets type 45 |
| Unit: | 1 foil |
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