Perle is a true dual-purpose hop that will lend a pleasant spiciness to any beer. The original Perle was created in Germany sometime during the 1960’s or early-mid 1970’s from Northern Brewer and a German male. Some European breweries have claimed that Perle is much like and a good substitute for Hallertau Mittelfrüher. Perle is said to have a pleasant aroma, elements of mint and pine with a hint of spice. Characteristics: Faint spicy aroma Purpose: Bittering & Aroma Alpha Acid Composition: 6%-10% Beta Acid Composition: 3%-5%