Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Caliente
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPineMandarin
Only in Eclipse
-
Only in Caliente
PeachStone fruitLemonZest
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Caliente |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 4.3% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | - |
| Humulene | 0–2% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |