Kohatu
Alpha acid
6–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
New Zealand
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Kohatu
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sterling
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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 Kohatu
Tropical
Only in Sterling
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Property
| Property | Kohatu | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–7% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–30% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 11–16% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |