SticklebractvsSorachi Ace
Sticklebract and Sorachi Ace are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Sticklebract
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
6–8.5%
Total oil
0.75–1.8 mL
New Zealand
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Sticklebract
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Sticklebract
Pine
Only in Sorachi Ace
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Property
| Property | Sticklebract | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.5% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 35–45% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.75–1.8 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 14–64% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 7–26% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–13% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 2–5% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Japan |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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