PalisadevsCallista

Palisade (dual purpose) and Callista (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Callista

Aroma

Alpha acid

2–5%

Beta acid

5–10%

Total oil

0.7–2.1 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Palisade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Callista

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

OrangePassion fruitApricot

Only in Palisade

YogurtHoneyFloralClean

Only in Callista

PearCaramelPeachPineBlackberryStrawberry

Property

PropertyPalisadeCallista
Alpha acid5.5–10%2–5%
Beta acid5.5–8%5–10%
Co-humulone24–29%15–22%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.7–2.1 mL
Myrcene45–55%63–64%
Humulene10–20%-
Caryophyllene8–16%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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