Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 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 Stirling
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
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 Stirling
HerbalCitusSpicyFloral
Only in Trident
FruityCitrusTropicalPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Stirling | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | - |
| Humulene | 19–23% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |