Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Stirling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Adeena
LemonPine
Only in Stirling
Citus
Property
| Property | Adeena | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Styrian Golding