Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Harmonie
Alpha acid
4–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Harmonie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Green
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Harmonie
BananaCaramelApricot
Property
| Property | Crystal | Harmonie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 4–8% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 19–22% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.9–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt