Triumph
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 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 Triumph
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PeachLimeFruityCitrus
Only in Triumph
SpicyPineOrange
Only in Calypso
ApplePearStone fruit
Property
| Property | Triumph | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–12% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–26% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.8 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 28–34% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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