Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 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 Stirling
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Admiral | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |