Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Delta
MelonSpicy
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimePeach
Property
| Property | Delta | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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