Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Lemondrop
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGreen
Only in Crystal
WoodyFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Lemondrop
CitrusLemonMintMelon
Property
| Property | Crystal | Lemondrop |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 5–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 28–34% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 45–47% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 56–58% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 9–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–7% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Motueka