CrystalvsSouthern Aroma
Crystal and Southern Aroma 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
Southern Aroma
Alpha acid
3.6–7.3%
Beta acid
5.4–6%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Southern Aroma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralBlack currant
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmeg
Only in Southern Aroma
HayHerbalStrawNoble
Property
| Property | Crystal | Southern Aroma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 3.6–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 5.4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.6–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 17–28% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 13–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Motueka