ZulavsTrident

Zula and Trident are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Zula

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–14%

Beta acid

3.8–7%

Total oil

1.1–2 mL

Poland

Trident

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–14%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

1.5–3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Zula

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Trident

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusTropicalFruity

Only in Zula

Clean

Only in Trident

Passion fruit

Property

PropertyZulaTrident
Alpha acid8–14%11–14%
Beta acid3.8–7%4–5%
Co-humulone30%20–30%
Total oil1.1–2 mL1.5–3 mL
Myrcene--
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose