Aurum
Alpha acid
3.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Triskel
Alpha acid
3–9%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Aurum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Triskel
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityFloralCitrus
Only in Aurum
SpicyMildHerbalEarthyNoble
Only in Triskel
SweetCaramel
Property
| Property | Aurum | Triskel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5.7% | 3–9% |
| Beta acid | 3.1% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 55–61% |
| Humulene | - | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Ahtanum