StrisselspaltvsTrident
Strisselspalt (aroma) and Trident (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Strisselspalt
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Trident
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Strisselspalt
SpicyFloralHerbal
Only in Trident
FruityTropicalPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Strisselspalt | Trident |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–4% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 20–30% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–52% | - |
| Humulene | 13–21% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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