Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Vista
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vista
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGreen
Only in Crystal
WoodyFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Vista
TropicalTangerineMelonPearCitrusSweet
Property
| Property | Crystal | Vista |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 29–31% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 18–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 10–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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