DISCONTINUED - Crystal U.S. Hop Pellets 2 oz - 2022 Crop Year

Crystal

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Aromatic Characteristics

Aromas of flowers, grass & earth, citrus and spices.

Aromatic Oil Content

0.8 - 2.1 mL/100g

Bittering Potential (alpha acid %)


2.5 - 4.5%

Good for Bittering?

Yes

Specifications
  • Learn about our Hop Freshness Program
  • Alpha Acids & Crop Year: We print the alpha acid percentage and crop year on the hop package. Alpha acid levels will vary within a general range indicated above. Crop year is the year of harvest. When pelletized and stored in oxygen-barrier bags at cold temperatures to reduce oxidation, hops can remain in good condition for 3 to 4 years.
  • Hop Form: Type 90 Pellets
  • Smells Like: Spicy, Floral, Earthy, Herbal
  • Suited For: Most styles such as lagers, English and Belgian ales
  • Commercial Uses: Sierra Nevada Old Chico, Hop Hunter IPA, and Torpedo
  • Notes: Bred in 1983 by the USDA, Crystal is a cross between classic German and English strains. Crystal is popular for its versatility in a broad range of styles.
How to Use

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To Calculate IBU:

IBU per Addition = [AA%] x [Ounces Hops] x [Boil Time Factor]

Add the IBU from each addition for total predicted IBU

Boil Time Factor for 5 gallon batches by time of hop addition:

MIN BTF
60+ 4.0
55 3.5
50 3.1
45 2.7
40 2.2
35 1.8
30 1.4
25 1.2
20 1.1
15 1.0
10 0.8
5 0.7
Whirlpool 0.6
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