NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 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 NZH-107
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sterling
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in NZH-107
Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | NZH-107 | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 7–10% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–8% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 15–19% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |