Bergamot
Alpha acid
8–10.7%
Beta acid
6–8.9%
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 Bergamot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Crystal
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bergamot
OrangeMangoDankCherryZestLemongrassLimeJuniperTropicalPepper
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Bergamot | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10.7% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 6–8.9% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 39–40% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–45% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 14–15% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt