Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LimeCitrusPeach
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruit
Only in Citra
GrapefruitMelonFloralGooseberryPassion fruitLychee
Property
| Property | Calypso | Citra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 10–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | 20–35% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 7–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |