Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
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 Horizon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Crystal
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyFloral
Only in Horizon
Citrus
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruityCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Horizon | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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