Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Wild Wolf
Alpha acid
8.25%
Beta acid
5.88%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Crystal
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Wild Wolf
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenSpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Wild Wolf
HerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Crystal | Wild Wolf |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 8.25% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 5.88% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | - |
| Humulene | 20–30% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt