CallistavsIdaho 7

Callista and Idaho 7 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

Idaho 7

Aroma

Alpha acid

9.5–14.9%

Beta acid

3.5–5%

Total oil

1–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Callista

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Idaho 7

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangeApricotPine

Only in Callista

PearCaramelPassion fruitPeachBlackberryStrawberry

Only in Idaho 7

Black currantTropicalCitrusGrapefruitPapayaResinFloralBlack currantEarthy

Property

PropertyCallistaIdaho 7
Alpha acid2–5%9.5–14.9%
Beta acid5–10%3.5–5%
Co-humulone15–22%30–40%
Total oil0.7–2.1 mL1–2 mL
Myrcene63–64%45–55%
Humulene-10–20%
Caryophyllene-6–10%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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