Crystal Hops
Crystal hops are often paired with bittering hops and are used for finishing aromas. They are mildly bittering and highly aromatic. Released in 1983 they are a cross of German Hallertauer and USDA21381M. Mount Hood, Liberty and Ultra are half sisters.
Price
1 oz. – $2.69
3 oz. – $4.59
1 lb. – $15.99
11 lb. – $129.00 (free shipping)
22 lb. – $250.00 (free shipping)
3 oz. – $4.59
1 lb. – $15.99
11 lb. – $129.00 (free shipping)
22 lb. – $250.00 (free shipping)
Aroma
Pleasant spice and floral tones, similar to Hallertauer, with very low bittering
Storage Stability
Fair, 65% remaining
Maturity
Mid- to late season
Beer Styles
German Pilsners, Lagers, Kölschs, ESBs, Belgian Ales. Often used in combination with Magnum, Saaz and Cascade to boost finished aromas.
Chemistry
Alpha acids 3.0-5.0%, beta acids 4.5-6.7% (reversed), cohumulone 20-22%, total oils 0.8-2.1ml/100g, myrcene 40-65%, humulene 18-24%, caryophyllene 4-8%
Other Hops for Sale
Cascade
A popular American aroma/flavoring hop with relatively low bittering value.
Mount Hood
A German hop with clean, mild spice aroma and a floral, woodsy pine tone.
Mackinac
Mackinac hops were released as a super-aroma hop in 2014 by Great Lakes Hops. They are named for the unique ambiance and experience of Michigan’s Mackinac Island.
