Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 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 Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloralBlack currant
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusMelonPapaya
Only in Crystal
WoodyGreenFruityCinnamonNutmeg
Property
| Property | Mackinac | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt