Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Herald
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–1.9 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herald
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Herald
OrangeGrapefruitCitrusClean
Property
| Property | Crystal | Herald |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 9–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 4.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 35–37% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 1–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 14–16% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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