CalypsovsPetoskey

Calypso (dual purpose) and Petoskey (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Calypso

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

1.5–2.5 mL

United States

Petoskey

Aroma

Alpha acid

12.1%

Beta acid

6.16%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Calypso

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Petoskey

  • 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 Petoskey

FloralPungentPineapple

Property

PropertyCalypsoPetoskey
Alpha acid12–16%12.1%
Beta acid5–6%6.16%
Co-humulone38–42%-
Total oil1.5–2.5 mL-
Myrcene30–45%-
Humulene20–35%-
Caryophyllene9–15%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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