Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Crystal | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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