Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Talus
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusSpicy
Only in Talus
GrapefruitCitrusRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Stirling | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |