SterlingvsStrisselspalt
Sterling and Strisselspalt 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
Strisselspalt
Alpha acid
1–4%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Sterling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Strisselspalt
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Sterling
Noble
Only in Strisselspalt
Citrus
Property
| Property | Sterling | Strisselspalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 1–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 20–27% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 35–52% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 15–19% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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