TridentvsGalaxy

Trident and Galaxy are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Trident

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–14%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Galaxy

Dual purpose

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

PropertyTridentGalaxy
Alpha acid11–14%11–16%
Beta acid4–5%5–9%
Co-humulone20–30%32–42%
Total oil1.5–3 mL1.8–5 mL
Myrcene-33–69%
Humulene-1–2%
Caryophyllene-7–13%
Farnesene-3–5%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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