Adeena
Alpha acid
3.5–5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.8–1.1 mL
United States
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Adeena
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in Adeena
HerbalLemonPine
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruityCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Adeena | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–5% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 34–38% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.1 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–30% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 31–45% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–22% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt