HPA-016vsCaliente

HPA-016 (aroma) and Caliente (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Caliente

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4.3%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick HPA-016

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Caliente

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

MandarinCitrusPine

Only in HPA-016

Fruity

Only in Caliente

PeachStone fruitLemonZest

Property

PropertyHPA-016Caliente
Alpha acid15.7–18.7%14–16%
Beta acid5.9–9%4.3%
Co-humulone33–37%35%
Total oil1.7–1.9 mL-
Myrcene35–49%-
Humulene0–2%-
Caryophyllene6–12%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose