Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Wakatu
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusSpicy
Only in Wakatu
LimeTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Stirling | Wakatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 8–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 28–30% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 35–36% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 6–7% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |