Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 Lemondrop
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Trident
FruityTropicalPassion fruit
Only in Lemondrop
LemonFloralMintGreenMelon
Property
| Property | Trident | Lemondrop |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–30% | 28–34% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 45–47% |
| Humulene | - | 56–58% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–7% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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