Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicyFloral
Only in Waimea
PineCitrusMandarinTangerine
Property
| Property | Stirling | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 4–6% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |