NZH-107vsStirling

NZH-107 and Stirling are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

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 NZH-107

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Stirling

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit

Only in Stirling

HerbalCitusSpicyFloral

Property

PropertyNZH-107Stirling
Alpha acid8–11%6–12%
Beta acid5–7%4–6%
Co-humulone27–31%21–28%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL1.3–1.9 mL
Myrcene55–65%44–48%
Humulene7–10%19–23%
Caryophyllene4–8%5–7%
Farnesene4–7%11–17%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose