Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 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 Simcoe
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Trident
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityPassion fruitCitrus
Only in Simcoe
EarthyGrapefruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Only in Trident
Tropical
Property
| Property | Simcoe | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–15% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 15–21% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.2 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | - |
| Humulene | 15–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |