Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Sabro
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicyFloral
Only in Sabro
CitrusTangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCream
Property
| Property | Stirling | Sabro |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 1.8–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 50–68% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 7–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |