SterlingvsHallertau Blanc
Sterling and Hallertau Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Sterling
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | Sterling | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 15–19% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin