Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Triskel
Alpha acid
3–9%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Ahtanum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Triskel
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Only in Triskel
SweetCaramelFruity
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Triskel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 3–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 55–61% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |