Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galaxy
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPeach
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLime
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Calypso | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |