Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 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 Sterling
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Trident
FruityCitrusTropicalPassion fruit
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Trident | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–30% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–45% |
| Humulene | - | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |