Description
Crystal hop pellets 5 kg – mild aroma hop with Hallertau heritage
Crystal is an American aroma hop with roots in German Hallertauer Mittelfrüh, with contributions from Cascade, Brewer's Gold and Early Green. It was released in 1993 and is a half-sister of Mt. Hood and Liberty. Crystal gives a pleasant mix of floral, fruity, spicy and herbal notes. The 5 kg pack suits breweries and brewers who make large batches or use a lot of the same variety.
Please note: This product is only available in Norway.
Aroma and flavour
BarthHaas describes apricot, mango, passion fruit, banana and lime, together with tea and Earl Grey, camomile blossom, citrus, kiwi and plum.
Uses and beer styles
- Aroma hop for late additions and dry hopping
- Low alpha acid gives mild bitterness
- Various pale ale styles, and where you would otherwise use noble hops
Alternative hops: Mount Hood, Hersbrucker, Strisselspalt and Hallertau.
Technical data
- Origin: USA
- Typical alpha acid for the variety: 2.1–6%
- Beta acid: 5–8.5%
- Total oil: up to 2.1 ml/100 g
- Myrcene: 17–55% of oil
- Humulene: 17.8–33.4% of oil
- Pack size: 5 kg pellets
Storage
Store the hops cold, dark and airtight, preferably in a freezer. Once the bag is opened, reseal the rest airtight, ideally vacuum-packed, and return it to the freezer.
Frequently asked questions about Crystal
Can Crystal replace Hallertau?
Crystal was developed from Hallertauer Mittelfrüh and has a related, mild character. Mount Hood, Hersbrucker, Strisselspalt and Hallertau are good alternatives, and the varieties can be used interchangeably in many recipes.
Which alpha acid should I use in my calculations?
Use the alpha acid stated in the product title. It is measured on the lot you receive. The range under Technical data shows typical values for the variety and varies from year to year.
How can I tell if the hops are still good?
Fresh pellets are green. Brown pellets or a cheesy smell indicate that the hops have oxidised. Yakima Valley Hops recommends using pellets within five years of pelletising, but hops kept cold and away from light and oxygen can last longer.
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