Triskel
Alpha acid
3–9%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
France
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Triskel
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Ahtanum
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Triskel
SweetCaramelFruity
Only in Ahtanum
GrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Triskel | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–9% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–61% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |