Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PearCitrus
Only in Calypso
FruityAppleStone fruitLimePeach
Only in Mistral
FloralMelonGrapesWinePassion fruitKumquatMango
Property
| Property | Calypso | Mistral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3.1–3.8% |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | 29–39% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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