CalypsovsNZH-107

Calypso and NZH-107 are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Calypso

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

1.5–2.5 mL

United States

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Calypso

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick NZH-107

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in Calypso

FruityApplePearStone fruitLimePeach

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitGrapefruit

Property

PropertyCalypsoNZH-107
Alpha acid12–16%8–11%
Beta acid5–6%5–7%
Co-humulone38–42%27–31%
Total oil1.5–2.5 mL1.4–2.2 mL
Myrcene30–45%55–65%
Humulene20–35%7–10%
Caryophyllene9–15%4–8%
Farnesene0–1%4–7%
OriginUnited StatesNew Zealand
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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