TridentvsAriana

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

Trident

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–14%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Ariana

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–13%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

1.6–2.4 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Trident

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Ariana

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FruityCitrusPassion fruit

Only in Trident

Tropical

Only in Ariana

TangerinePineappleJasmineHerbalGooseberry

Property

PropertyTridentAriana
Alpha acid11–14%9–13%
Beta acid4–5%4.5–6%
Co-humulone20–30%40–42%
Total oil1.5–3 mL1.6–2.4 mL
Myrcene-57–59%
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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