HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick HORT9909
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in HORT9909
LimeHaySweetCitrusLemonNobleBlack currantPine
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusFloral
Property
| Property | HORT9909 | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–29% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | - | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 11–13% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |