Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Horizon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Stirling
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyFloral
Only in Horizon
Citrus
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitus
Property
| Property | Horizon | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |