CrystalvsGodiva

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

Crystal

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.8–6%

Beta acid

4.5–8.5%

Total oil

0.8–2.3 mL

United States

Godiva

Aroma

Alpha acid

6–9%

Beta acid

1.9–3%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

UK

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 Godiva

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Crystal

WoodyFloralGreenFruityCinnamonNutmegBlack currant

Only in Godiva

TangerineGooseberryWhite

Property

PropertyCrystalGodiva
Alpha acid2.8–6%6–9%
Beta acid4.5–8.5%1.9–3%
Co-humulone20–26%25–29%
Total oil0.8–2.3 mL0.4–0.8 mL
Myrcene30–55%-
Humulene20–30%-
Caryophyllene5–12%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUK
PurposeAromaAroma

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