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Crystal Hop Plant

Crystal Hop Plant

Origin United States

Primary Use Aroma

Height Tall

Cultivar or Brand ID N/A

Licence None

First bred in 1983 by U.S.D.A, it has an interesting lineage with roots extending back to Hallertau and Cascade. Despite a relatively low yield, Crystal’s aroma has made it an increasingly popular hop among craft brewers. It’s woodsy, green, floral and fruity with herb and spice notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and black pepper. Extremely versatile, it’s even used for its notable aromatic qualities in IPAs and Bitters despite its low alpha acid content.

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Flavour Description:

rystal hop has aromas of woods, green, floral and fruity with herb and spice notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and black pepper.

  • Growing Information

    Season Maturity Late

    Ease of Harvest Unknown

    Typical Yield 2020-2460 kg/hectare

    Wilt Sensitivity Tolerant

    Prowdery Mildew Unknown

    Downy Mildew Moderately Susceptible

  • Common Brewing Values

    Alpha Acid 2.8 - 6%

    Beta Acid 4.5 - 8.5%

    Co-Humulone 20 - 26%

    Total Oils 0.8 - 2.3 mL/100g

    Myrcene 30 - 55%

    Humulene 20 - 30%

    Caryophyllene 5 - 12%

    Farnesene 0 - 1%