Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sterling
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Only in Sterling
NobleSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Admiral | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |