Palisade
Alpha acid
5.5–10%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 Palisade
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Palisade
OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotClean
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusSpicy
Property
| Property | Palisade | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–10% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 24–29% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–16% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |