Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Caliente
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineMandarin
Only in Caliente
PeachStone fruitLemonZest
Only in Eclipse
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Property
| Property | Caliente | Eclipse |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 15.7–19% |
| Beta acid | 4.3% | 5.9–9% |
| Co-humulone | 35% | 33–37% |
| Total oil | - | 1.8–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–49% |
| Humulene | - | 0–2% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |