MarynkavsStirling

Marynka and Stirling are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Marynka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–12%

Beta acid

10–13%

Total oil

1.8–3.3 mL

Poland

Stirling

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–12%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

1.3–1.9 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Marynka

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Stirling

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Marynka

HayLicoriceLemonGrapefruitAniseEarthyCitrus

Only in Stirling

CitusSpicyFloral

Property

PropertyMarynkaStirling
Alpha acid7.5–12%6–12%
Beta acid10–13%4–6%
Co-humulone26–33%21–28%
Total oil1.8–3.3 mL1.3–1.9 mL
Myrcene28–31%44–48%
Humulene33–36%19–23%
Caryophyllene10–13%5–7%
Farnesene1–3%11–17%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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