X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 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 X13459
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Sterling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in X13459
TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry
Only in Sterling
NobleHerbalSpicy
Property
| Property | X13459 | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 21–24% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–45% |
| Humulene | - | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | - | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |