NZH-107
Alpha acid
8–11%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.4–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Stirling
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
| Property | NZH-107 | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–11% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–31% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.2 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 7–10% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–8% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 11–17% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |