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