Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Lubelski
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimeCitrusPeach
Only in Lubelski
SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender
Property
| Property | Calypso | Lubelski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 2.5–4% |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.5–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 22–35% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 10–14% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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