Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Adeena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Stirling
Citus
Only in Adeena
LemonPine
Property
| Property | Stirling | Adeena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 3.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 34–38% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 0.8–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 27–30% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 31–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 15–22% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding