Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
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 Tillicum
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Calypso
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Stone fruitCitrus
Only in Tillicum
-
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearLimePeach
Property
| Property | Tillicum | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.5–15.5% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 9.5–11.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 35% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–41% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 13–15% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |