Bohemie
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
Czech Republic
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 Bohemie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Crystal
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Bohemie
HerbalCitrus
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruityCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Bohemie | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–8% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 6–9% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–10% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt