Perle T90 Hop Pellets German Hops

Perle T90 Hop Pellets German Hops

Perle is a versatile German dual-purpose hop, valued for its balanced bitterness and delicate herbal, spicy aroma. Developed at the Hüll Hop Research Centre in Germany and released in 1978, it was bred from Northern Brewer and has become a popular choice for traditional European brewing.

Expect gentle floral and herbal notes, complemented by hints of mint, pepper and fresh green fruit. Perle has a pleasantly rounded character that adds flavour without overpowering the malt, making it particularly well suited to lighter, more delicate beers.

Its relatively moderate alpha acid content makes Perle useful throughout the boil. Early additions provide a balanced bitterness, while later additions bring out its subtle herbal and spicy qualities. It's an excellent choice for German lagers, pilsners, Kölsch, wheat beers and blonde ales.

Hop Characteristics

• Origin: Germany
• Format: T90 Hop Pellets
• Harvest: 2024
• Alpha Acid: 6.9%
• Aroma & Flavour: Herbal, floral, mint, pepper and subtle green fruit
• Usage: Bittering, late boil and aroma additions
• Beer Styles: Pilsner, Helles, Kölsch, Wheat Beer and Blonde Ale

Hop Pairings

Perle works beautifully alongside Hallertau Mittelfrüh, combining its herbal and spicy character with the delicate floral notes of this traditional German hop.

Tettnang is another excellent companion, adding gentle spice and herbal complexity, while Hersbrucker brings a softer, more refined aroma that works particularly well in lagers and Kölsch.

Perle is also worth exploring as a single-hop lager, allowing its balanced bitterness and subtle German hop character to shine through.