CrystalvsSitiva Blend
Crystal and Sitiva Blend 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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitPeachLime
Property
| Property | Crystal | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–10% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt