Atlas
Alpha acid
5–11%
Beta acid
4%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
Slovenia
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Atlas
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Stirling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Atlas
LimePine
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusSpicy
Property
| Property | Atlas | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–11% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 4% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–38% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–59% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 8–10% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 13–14% | 11–17% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |