Hallertau BlancvsCrystal
Hallertau Blanc and Crystal are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Hallertau Blanc | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–35% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–75% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 0–3% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–2% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma