Altus
Alpha acid
15–18.5%
Beta acid
4–5.2%
Total oil
3–4.4 mL
United States
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Altus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Sterling
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Altus
ResinTangerine
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Altus | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–18.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.2% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–29% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 3–4.4 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–45% |
| Humulene | - | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |