Vic SecretvsStirling
Vic Secret and Stirling are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitEarthy
Only in Stirling
CitusSpicyFloral
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |