CallistavsHarmonie

Callista and Harmonie 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

Harmonie

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–8%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

0.9–1.4 mL

Czech Republic

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 Harmonie

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CaramelApricot

Only in Callista

PearPassion fruitOrangePeachPineBlackberryStrawberry

Only in Harmonie

BananaGreen

Property

PropertyCallistaHarmonie
Alpha acid2–5%4–8%
Beta acid5–10%5–8%
Co-humulone15–22%19–22%
Total oil0.7–2.1 mL0.9–1.4 mL
Myrcene63–64%30–40%
Humulene-10–20%
Caryophyllene-6–11%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginGermanyCzech Republic
PurposeAromaAroma

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