Topaz
Alpha acid
13.7–20.1%
Beta acid
4.9–7.9%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 mL
Australia
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Topaz
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Calypso
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Topaz
LycheeCloveResinGrassyTropicalPinePassion fruit
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimeCitrusPeach
Property
| Property | Topaz | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.7–20.1% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–7.9% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 47–53% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2.2 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 18–56% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 8–16% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |