Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenSpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in El Dorado
TropicalPearWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Property
| Property | Crystal | El Dorado |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 13–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 6.4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 28–33% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 2.5–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 55–60% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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