Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusFloral
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSagePepper
Property
| Property | Stirling | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |