Southern DawnvsCalypso
Southern Dawn and Calypso are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Southern Dawn
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFruity
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryHerbalSpicy
Only in Calypso
ApplePearStone fruitLimePeach
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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