Crystal Hops

Characteristics

Crystal is a US hop variety with parentage going back to Hallertau. Like its parent, Crystal has a relatively low
alpha acid range (3.5 to 5.5%) and is best-used in the last part of the boil to impart flavor and aroma constituents.

Like Hallertau, Crystal is somewhat spicy, earthy and noble.
However, crystal is said to be much more pungent and, some say, harsh
than the related German relatives.

Specifications

Typical Use : Aroma

Alpha Acid : 3.5 to 5.5% AAU

Origination : USA

Characteristics : Vegetal,Spicy, Earthy, Pungent

Styles : US Pale Ale, Brown Ale, UK style Ales

Similar Hops : Hallertau, Tettnang, Mt.Hood