Yeoman
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.7–2.4 mL
United Kingdom
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 Yeoman
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Crystal
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Yeoman
NobleCitrus
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Yeoman | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 25% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.7–2.4 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–49% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Hersbrucker
Strisselspalt