CallistavsGrungeist

Callista and Grungeist are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Callista

Aroma

Alpha acid

2–5%

Beta acid

5–10%

Total oil

0.7–2.1 mL

Germany

Grungeist

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.9%

Beta acid

9%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Callista

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Grungeist

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Passion fruitPeach

Only in Callista

PearCaramelOrangeApricotPineBlackberryStrawberry

Only in Grungeist

KiwiLemonFloralLavenderZest

Property

PropertyCallistaGrungeist
Alpha acid2–5%2.9%
Beta acid5–10%9%
Co-humulone15–22%19.2%
Total oil0.7–2.1 mL-
Myrcene63–64%-
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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