Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Ariana
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
| Property | Trident | Ariana |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–30% | 40–42% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.6–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 57–59% |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |