Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 mL
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 Loral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Sterling
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Loral
Black currantCitrusDarkFruity
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicy
Property
| Property | Loral | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–17% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.5–6.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3.4 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–58% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 17–18% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–6% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Strisselspalt