StirlingvsMillennium
Stirling (dual purpose) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalFloral
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicy
Only in Millennium
PearToffeeResin
Property
| Property | Stirling | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |