Barbe RougevsCrystal
Barbe Rouge and Crystal are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
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 Barbe Rouge
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Barbe Rouge
CitrusKumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryBerryHerbal
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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