Trident
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
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 Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Trident
FruityTropicalPassion fruit
Only in Waimea
PineMandarinHerbalTangerine
Property
| Property | Trident | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 20–30% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 59–61% |
| Humulene | - | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | - | 4–6% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |