Sitiva BlendvsSterling
Sitiva Blend and Sterling are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Sterling
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitPeachLime
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicy
Property
| Property | Sitiva Blend | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–7.6% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.2–4.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | - | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–58% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 9–10% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |