Callista
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
0.7–2.1 mL
Germany
Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Callista
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Harlequin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitPeach
Only in Callista
PearCaramelOrangeApricotPineBlackberryStrawberry
Only in Harlequin
Pineapple
Property
| Property | Callista | Harlequin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 5–10% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 15–22% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 0.7–2.1 mL | 1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 63–64% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | - | 4–6% |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | 9–11% |
| Origin | Germany | UK |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |