Eroica
Alpha acid
7.3–14.9%
Beta acid
3–5.3%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 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 Eroica
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Sterling
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Eroica
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Only in Sterling
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Property
| Property | Eroica | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.3–14.9% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.3% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 0–1% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |