CeleiavsCrystal

Celeia and Crystal are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Crystal

Aroma

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 Celeia

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

When to pick Crystal

  • 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

FloralSpicy

Only in Celeia

NobleLavenderEarthyHerbal

Only in Crystal

WoodyGreenFruityCinnamonNutmegBlack currant

Property

PropertyCeleiaCrystal
Alpha acid3–6%2.8–6%
Beta acid2–4%4.5–8.5%
Co-humulone25–29%20–26%
Total oil0.5–3.6 mL0.8–2.3 mL
Myrcene26–35%30–55%
Humulene18–23%20–30%
Caryophyllene8–9%5–12%
Farnesene3–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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