Altus
Alpha acid
15–18.5%
Beta acid
4–5.2%
Total oil
3–4.4 mL
United States
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Altus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Calypso
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Altus
ResinSpicyTangerine
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimeCitrusPeach
Property
| Property | Altus | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–18.5% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.2% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–29% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 3–4.4 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–45% |
| Humulene | - | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |