StirlingvsSummer

Stirling (dual purpose) and Summer (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Stirling

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–12%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

1.3–1.9 mL

United States

Summer

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.6–6.4%

Beta acid

4.8–6.1%

Total oil

1.4–2 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Stirling

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Summer

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Stirling

HerbalCitusSpicyFloral

Only in Summer

ApricotMelonGrassyCitrusStone fruitPassion fruitPeach

Property

PropertyStirlingSummer
Alpha acid6–12%5.6–6.4%
Beta acid4–6%4.8–6.1%
Co-humulone21–28%20–25%
Total oil1.3–1.9 mL1.4–2 mL
Myrcene44–48%29–38%
Humulene19–23%28–50%
Caryophyllene5–7%8–11%
Farnesene11–17%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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