Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Trident
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropicalPassion fruit
Only in Trident
Fruity
Only in Galaxy
PeachPineappleCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Trident | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 20–30% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 33–69% |
| Humulene | - | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | - | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |