Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GreenFruity
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralSpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in TNT Blend
Citrus
Property
| Property | Crystal | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | - |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt