CrystalvsMichigan Copper
Crystal and Michigan Copper are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Michigan Copper
Alpha acid
8.8–11%
Beta acid
2–3.5%
Total oil
1.15–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Michigan Copper
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralFruityBlack currant
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenSpicyCinnamonNutmeg
Only in Michigan Copper
HibiscusTropicalCandyResin
Property
| Property | Crystal | Michigan Copper |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 8.8–11% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 2–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 32–36% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 1.15–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 42–44% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt