HPA-016
Alpha acid
15.7–18.7%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.7–1.9 mL
Australia
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 HPA-016
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Crystal
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in HPA-016
MandarinCitrusPine
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenSpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | HPA-016 | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–18.7% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.7–1.9 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |