Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
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 TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicyFloral
Only in TNT Blend
FruityCitrusGreen
Property
| Property | Sterling | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | - |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | - |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | - |
| Humulene | 16–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 15–19% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |