Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sterling
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Tropica
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Tropica
PineappleMandarinOrangeTropicalDank
Property
| Property | Sterling | Tropica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 8.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | - |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | - |
| Humulene | 16–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | - |
| Farnesene | 15–19% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |