CalypsovsStyrian Eagle
Calypso and Styrian Eagle are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Styrian Eagle
Alpha acid
12.5–17.5%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
2.5–4.6 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Calypso
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Styrian Eagle
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Peach
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimeCitrus
Only in Styrian Eagle
BerryBananaPineBlack currant
Property
| Property | Calypso | Styrian Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–16% | 12.5–17.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3.5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 38–42% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 2.5–4.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 52–60% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 0–2.5% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 4–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–10% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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