First GoldvsCalypso
First Gold and Calypso are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick First Gold
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryHerbalOrangeHerbalSpicyFloral
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimeCitrusPeach
Property
| Property | First Gold | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–10% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 2.3–4.1% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 24–28% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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