Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sylva
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
WoodyFloral
Only in Crystal
GreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Sylva
BohemianHoppy
Property
| Property | Crystal | Sylva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 3–7% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.9–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 26–36% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 18–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 22–28% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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