PrussianvsCaliente

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

Prussian

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.29%

Beta acid

2.73%

Total oil

-

United States

Caliente

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4.3%

Total oil

-

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

-

Only in Caliente

CitrusPeachStone fruitMandarinZest

Property

PropertyPrussianCaliente
Alpha acid4.29%14–16%
Beta acid2.73%4.3%
Co-humulone-35%
Total oil--
Myrcene--
Humulene--
Caryophyllene--
Farnesene--
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaDual purpose