Triskel Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Triskel is a sophisticated French aroma hop that perfectly captures the elegance of the Alsace region. Developed in 2006 by the Comptoir Agricole, it was born from an inspired cross between the legendary French Strisselspalt and a male parent of the robust English Yeoman. Its name is a tribute to the "Triskelion"—the ancient triple-spiral symbol of the Gauls, the ancestors of the modern French people.

This variety was bred with a specific mission: to maintain the delicate, "Noble" floral soul of Strisselspalt while solving its low-yield and low-oil challenges. By introducing English genetics, breeders created a hybrid that offers significantly amplified aromatic intensity and higher essential oils. For the brewer, Triskel is a premier choice for adding French refinement to modern recipes, offering a more durable and aromatic alternative to traditional landrace varieties.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Triskel, the best alternatives are Ahtanum®, Centennial, Chinook, Mt. Hood, or Strisselspalt.

At A Glance

Profile Floral, Fruit, Peach, Clementine, Apricot, Jasmine, Lilac
Purpose Aroma
Alpha Acid 8.0 - 9.0%
Substitutes Ahtanum®, Centennial, Chinook, Mt. Hood, Strisselspalt
Pairs with Centennial (to lean into the citrus notes), Mistral (another French variety for a modern fruit blend), Strisselspalt (for a deep French floral layering)
Beer Styles Belgian Ale, Saison, Bière de Garde, Wheat Ale, Pilsner

General Information

Country France
Aliases French Triskel, FR Triskel
Storage Stability
Very good

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 8.0 - 9.0%
Beta Acid 4.0 - 4.7%
Cohumulone 20.0 - 23.0%
Total Oil 1.5 - 2.0 ml/100g
Myrcene 45.0 - 55.0%
Humulene 10.0 - 15.0%
Caryophyllene 8.0 - 12.0%
Farnesene < 1.0%
Linalool 0.6 - 1.0%
B-Pinene 0.4 - 0.6%
Geraniol 0.1 - 0.4%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield 1,600 - 1,950 lbs/acre
Maturity Mid-to-late season
Tolerant Downy mildew
Growth Rate High
Cones Medium-sized and relatively compact
Ease of Harvest Excellent; well-suited for modern mechanical harvesting
Sex Female
Leaf Color Medium green
Side Arm Length 18" - 24"

Triskel Aroma/Flavor Profile

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Apricot Clementine Floral Fruit Jasmine Lilac Peach
Variety Name
Ahtanum Centennial Chinook Mistral Mt. Hood Strisselspalt Yeoman
Beer Style
Belgian Ale Bière De Garde Pilsner Saison Wheat Ale
Usage
Aroma
Origin
France
Breeding/Supplier
Comptoir Agricole
Last Updated
  • 2026-03-03 14:22:52
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.