CalypsovsFantasia Blend
Calypso and Fantasia Blend are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fantasia Blend
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityStone fruit
Only in Calypso
ApplePearLimeCitrusPeach
Only in Fantasia Blend
CaramelCreamNoble
Property
| Property | Calypso | Fantasia Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | - |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | - |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.9–1.25 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 20–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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