HPA-016vsCrystal

HPA-016 and Crystal are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Crystal

Aroma

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

PropertyHPA-016Crystal
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%2.8–6%
Beta acid5.9–9%4.5–8.5%
Co-humulone33–37%20–26%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL0.8–2.3 mL
Myrcene35–49%30–55%
Humulene0–2%20–30%
Caryophyllene6–12%5–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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