Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 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 Belma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryTropical
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimePeach
Property
| Property | Belma | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | - | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem