ZagravavsStirling

Zagrava and Stirling are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Zagrava

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4–7%

Beta acid

8–12%

Total oil

2–3 mL

Ukraine

Stirling

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6–12%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

1.3–1.9 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Zagrava

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Stirling

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

HerbalSpicyFloral

Only in Zagrava

Fruity

Only in Stirling

Citus

Property

PropertyZagravaStirling
Alpha acid4–7%6–12%
Beta acid8–12%4–6%
Co-humulone24–28%21–28%
Total oil2–3 mL1.3–1.9 mL
Myrcene30–50%44–48%
Humulene14–16%19–23%
Caryophyllene7–8%5–7%
Farnesene12–18%11–17%
OriginUkraineUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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