Archer
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
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 Archer
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
Floral
Only in Archer
ApricotLimeCitrusPeach
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Archer | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 26–30% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt