TriplePearlvsStirling
TriplePearl and Stirling are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
TriplePearl
Alpha acid
10–11.2%
Beta acid
3.3–4.2%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick TriplePearl
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in TriplePearl
OrangeCitrusZestMelonResinBlack currantSandalwoodCedar
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitus
Property
| Property | TriplePearl | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–11.2% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.2% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 21–55% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–55% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 7–11% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–5% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |