Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Glacier
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Trident
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Trident
FruityCitrusTropicalPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Glacier | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | - |
| Humulene | 25–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding