Vienna GoldvsSterling

Vienna Gold (dual purpose) and Sterling (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Vienna Gold

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–10%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

-

Australia

Sterling

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.5–8.5%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

1–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Vienna Gold

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Sterling

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Noble

Only in Vienna Gold

FruityPassion fruit

Only in Sterling

HerbalSpicyFloral

Property

PropertyVienna GoldSterling
Alpha acid6–10%5.5–8.5%
Beta acid-4–6%
Co-humulone-22–28%
Total oil-1–2 mL
Myrcene-35–45%
Humulene-16–18%
Caryophyllene-5–8%
Farnesene-15–19%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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