Arcadian
Alpha acid
9.8%
Beta acid
7.5%
Total oil
-
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 Arcadian
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Crystal
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Arcadian
OrangeTangerine
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Arcadian | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9.8% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 7.5% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | - | 20–26% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–55% |
| Humulene | - | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt