Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Wai-iti
Alpha acid
2.5–3.5%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–1.8 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Sterling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Wai-iti
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalFloral
Only in Wai-iti
Stone fruitPeachApricotCitrusLimeMandarin
Property
| Property | Sterling | Wai-iti |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 2.5–3.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 1.4–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 2–4% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 27–29% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 15–19% | 12–14% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |