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Triskel
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About
Developed in France in 2006, Triskel is a cultivar of the French hop, Strisselspalt and English varietal, Yeoman. With a more pronounced nose than its French parent, Triskel makes a unique first wort alternative and its notable aroma qualities make it well suited as a late addition or for dry hopping. Highly desired for Belgian-style or lighter ales, it features and elegant combination of both floral and subtle fruity notes with some citrus.
Origin
Developed in 2006 in France. It is the cross between the French variety Strisselspalt and the English variety Yeoman
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
ArtichokenPepperTobaccoHoneydew MelonNettleFloral AromaSubtly FruityCitrusyFloralSpiceBlack PepperSpicyHerbalCitrus
Recommended Beer Styles
Belgian AleSaisonKolschPilsnerPale AleIndia Pale AleLagerWheat
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
≥60%
Humulene
≥13.5%
Caryophyllene
≥6.1%
Farnesene
≥1%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid8.0 - 9.0%
Beta Acid4.0 - 4.7%
Co-Humulone20-23%
Technical Details
Total Oil1.5-2 mL/100g
HSI
Flavor Intensity6/10
Brewing Uselate addition, dry hop, whirlpool