Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
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 Gemini
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sterling
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Gemini | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10.4% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.28% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–32% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 32–33% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |