Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Stirling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick X13459
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitusSpicy
Only in X13459
TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry
Property
| Property | Stirling | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | - |
| Humulene | 19–23% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |