Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
FloralSpicy
Only in Ella
GrapefruitTropicalNobleAnise
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitus
Property
| Property | Ella | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 11–17% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |