Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Herkules
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Calypso
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Herkules
Melon
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimePeach
Property
| Property | Herkules | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |