Prussian
Alpha acid
4.29%
Beta acid
2.73%
Total oil
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United States
Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
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United States
Key differences
When to pick Prussian
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Caliente
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonPine
Only in Prussian
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Only in Caliente
CitrusPeachStone fruitMandarinZest
Property
| Property | Prussian | Caliente |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.29% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 2.73% | 4.3% |
| Co-humulone | - | 35% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | - | - |
| Humulene | - | - |
| Caryophyllene | - | - |
| Farnesene | - | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |