Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sabro
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Calypso
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusStone fruit
Only in Sabro
TangerineCoconutTropicalCedarMintCreamHerbal
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearLimePeach
Property
| Property | Sabro | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–7% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–24% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.5 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–68% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 7–14% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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