CallistavsPalisade

Callista (aroma) and Palisade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Callista

Aroma

Alpha acid

2–5%

Beta acid

5–10%

Total oil

0.7–2.1 mL

Germany

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Callista

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Palisade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Passion fruitOrangeApricot

Only in Callista

PearCaramelPeachPineBlackberryStrawberry

Only in Palisade

YogurtHoneyFloralClean

Property

PropertyCallistaPalisade
Alpha acid2–5%5.5–10%
Beta acid5–10%5.5–8%
Co-humulone15–22%24–29%
Total oil0.7–2.1 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene63–64%45–55%
Humulene-10–20%
Caryophyllene-8–16%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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