Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Trident
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Trident
CitrusTropicalPassion fruit
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenSpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Trident | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–30% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–55% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt