StirlingvsTriumph

Stirling and Triumph are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Stirling

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–12%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

1.3–1.9 mL

United States

Triumph

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Stirling

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Triumph

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Stirling

HerbalCitusFloral

Only in Triumph

PineOrangePeachLimeFruityCitrus

Property

PropertyStirlingTriumph
Alpha acid6–12%9–12%
Beta acid4–6%3–5%
Co-humulone21–28%22–26%
Total oil1.3–1.9 mL0.8–1.8 mL
Myrcene44–48%25–40%
Humulene19–23%28–34%
Caryophyllene5–7%8–10%
Farnesene11–17%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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