Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicyFloral
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResin
Property
| Property | Stirling | Admiral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 13–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 37–45% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 1–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 39–48% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 23–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 0–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |