Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ernest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenFruityCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Ernest
GrassyHerbalStone fruit
Property
| Property | Crystal | Ernest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 4.4–6.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 50–55% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.7–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 8–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 0–1% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt