Vista
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
United States
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Vista
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sterling
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Vista
TropicalTangerineMelonPearGreenCitrusSweet
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicy
Property
| Property | Vista | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–31% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 18–22% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–14% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |