Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 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 Sabro
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Sabro
CitrusTangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCream
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Sabro | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.5 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–68% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 7–14% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |