Triskel
Alpha acid
3–9%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
France
CTZ
Alpha acid
14.5–17%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Triskel
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick CTZ
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Triskel
FloralSweetCaramelFruity
Only in CTZ
Black currantLicoriceCurryCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Triskel | CTZ |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–9% | 14.5–17% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–61% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 10–16% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–3% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |