Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
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 Bergamot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sterling
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bergamot
OrangeMangoDankCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepper
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicy
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 14–15% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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