Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 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 Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Triskel
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyPungentDankCannabis
Only in Triskel
SweetCaramelFruity
Property
| Property | Columbus | Triskel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–18% | 3–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 55–61% |
| Humulene | 9–14% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |