CalypsovsPetit Blanc
Calypso (dual purpose) and Petit Blanc (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petit Blanc
- 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 Petit Blanc
CherryMelonPapayaGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Calypso | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | 15% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 20–35% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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