CalypsovsSitiva Blend
Calypso (dual purpose) and Sitiva Blend (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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sitiva Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruitLimePeach
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearCitrus
Only in Sitiva Blend
Floral
Property
| Property | Calypso | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–10% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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