Crystal

Woody and Spicy • Mild Floral Aroma • An American Take on Hallertau Crystal is an American aroma hop released by Oregon State University in 1993, bred from Hallertau with Cascade, Brewer's Gold and Early Green in its lineage. It is often described as an American version of Hallertau Mittelfruh, with a little more spice and wood. Our lot measures 4.9% alpha acid, which keeps it in the gentle range where late additions add aroma rather than bitterness. Flavor & Aroma Profile Woody Black pepper and cinnamon spice Mild floral notes Light herbal character Soft, clean bitterness Early additions give a smooth, mild bitterness. Late additions and dry hops bring out the spicy, woody side that sets it apart from the German noble hops it descends from. Brewing ApplicationsCrystal works in a wide range of lighter and malt-forward styles, including: American Pale Ale Extra Special Bitter Pilsner Kolsch Belgian Ale Cream Ale It is also a good choice for lagers and English-style ales where a mild, spicy hop fits better than a fruity one. Usage RecommendationsFor a 5 gallon batch, use 1 oz at 60 minutes for a mild bittering charge and 1 oz at 5 to 15 minutes or flameout for aroma. In an ESB or pale ale, 1 oz as a dry hop adds a woody, spicy note behind the malt. Pair it with Cascade in American pale ales, or with German Tradition or Hallertau in lagers. Specifications Alpha Acid: 4.9% (measured on our lot) Flavor Notes: Woody, spicy, floral, herbal Typical Use: Aroma, occasionally bittering Common Additions: 60 min, 15 min, flameout, dry hop Substitutes: Hallertau Mittelfruh, Hersbrucker, Mt. Hood, Liberty Beer Styles: Pale ale, ESB, pilsner, Kolsch, Belgian ale Whether you are brewing an ESB, a pilsner or an American pale ale, Crystal adds a mild, spicy hop character that works quietly in the background.