Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
Total oil
-
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 Bergamot
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bergamot
OrangeMangoDankCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepper
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusSpicy
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | - | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 14–15% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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