NZH-107vsCalypso

NZH-107 and Calypso are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Calypso

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

1.5–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick NZH-107

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Calypso

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Citrus

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitGrapefruit

Only in Calypso

FruityApplePearStone fruitLimePeach

Property

PropertyNZH-107Calypso
Alpha acid8–11%12–16%
Beta acid5–7%5–6%
Co-humulone27–31%38–42%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL1.5–2.5 mL
Myrcene55–65%30–45%
Humulene7–10%20–35%
Caryophyllene4–8%9–15%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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