Ahhhroma
Alpha acid
15.4–18.8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
2.1–4 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 Ahhhroma
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Ahhhroma
TangerinePineappleLimeMangoCinnamonPear
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Ahhhroma | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.4–18.8% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 34–35% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 2.1–4 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–56% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 12–13% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |