Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyBlack currant
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruityCinnamonNutmeg
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapaya
Property
| Property | Crystal | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt