Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Caliente
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herkules
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Caliente
PeachPineStone fruitMandarinLemonZest
Only in Herkules
Melon
Property
| Property | Caliente | Herkules |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 4.3% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 35% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | - | 1.4–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–50% |
| Humulene | - | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |