HBC 586
Alpha acid
18–22%
Beta acid
11–14%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
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 HBC 586
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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
HerbalSpicy
Only in HBC 586
MangoLycheeCitrusGuava
Only in Stirling
CitusFloral
Property
| Property | HBC 586 | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–22% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 11–14% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 2.5–4.5 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |