CallistavsEvergreen Blend
Callista and Evergreen Blend are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Callista
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
0.7–2.1 mL
Germany
Evergreen Blend
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
4.3–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Callista
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Evergreen Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
ApricotPeach
Only in Callista
PearCaramelPassion fruitOrangePineBlackberryStrawberry
Only in Evergreen Blend
LemonGreenWatermelonTangerine
Property
| Property | Callista | Evergreen Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–5% | 7–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–10% | 4.3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 15–22% | - |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 63–64% | 30–32% |
| Humulene | - | 20–22% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–12% |
| Farnesene | - | 1–3% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |