Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Talus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
WoodyFloral
Only in Crystal
GreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Talus
GrapefruitCitrusRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruit
Property
| Property | Crystal | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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