Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Caliente
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Summer
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPeachStone fruit
Only in Caliente
PineMandarinLemonZest
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Caliente | Summer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 5.6–6.4% |
| Beta acid | 4.3% | 4.8–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 35% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | - | 1.4–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 29–38% |
| Humulene | - | 28–50% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |