Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimePeach
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Property
| Property | Calypso | Elixir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 4.5–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 65–75% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 26–27% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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