Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 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 Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Triskel
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralFruity
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenSpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Triskel
SweetCaramelCitrus
Property
| Property | Crystal | Triskel |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 3–9% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 55–61% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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