MillenniumvsStirling
Millennium (bittering) and Stirling (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 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 Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Stirling
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbal
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeResin
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicy
Property
| Property | Millennium | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14.5–18.5% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–6.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–55% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |