Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Eclipse
CitrusPineMandarin
Property
| Property | Crystal | Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 15.7–19% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 1.8–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 35–49% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt