Akoya
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
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 Akoya
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyGreen
Only in Akoya
TeaPepper
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralFruityCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Akoya | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–55% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Aurora