Crystal

Crystal is a publicly released hop variety, making it ideal for craft-brewing and home-brewing. A spicy yet mild, floral aroma. Notes of wood, green, pine, and citrus. This mild and clean hop variety can be used in a good variety of beer styles, including: Lagers, Kolsch, ESB, Pilsners, Pale Ales, IPAs, and Belgian Ales.

Alpha Acids: 3.5 – 5.5%

Beta Acids: 4.5 – 6.7%

Alpha-Beta Ratio: 0.52 - 1.22

Cohumulone: (% of alpha acids): 20 – 26%

Total Oils in mls per 100 grams dried: 1.0 – 1.5

Storage (% alpha acids remaining after 6 months storage at 68°F): 40 – 50%

Similar Hop Varieties: Mt Hood, Liberty, Hallertau

Beer Styles: Pilsner, Lager, ESB, Alt, Belgian-Style Ales

Storability: Poor

Origin: American

Flavor and Aroma: Earthy, Herbal

Alpha Acids: Low

Use: Aroma/Flavor

Total Oil Content: Average