CTZvsTriskel

CTZ (dual purpose) and Triskel (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

CTZ

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14.5–17%

Beta acid

4.5–5.5%

Total oil

2.5–4.5 mL

United States

Triskel

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–9%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.2–2 mL

France

Key differences

When to pick CTZ

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Triskel

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in CTZ

Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank

Only in Triskel

FloralSweetCaramelFruity

Property

PropertyCTZTriskel
Alpha acid14.5–17%3–9%
Beta acid4.5–5.5%4–5.5%
Co-humulone28–35%20–23%
Total oil2.5–4.5 mL1.2–2 mL
Myrcene45–55%55–61%
Humulene9–14%10–16%
Caryophyllene6–10%2–3%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesFrance
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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