Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Horizon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruityCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Horizon
Citrus
Property
| Property | Crystal | Horizon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 8.8–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 5.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 16–19% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt