Tropica
Alpha acid
8.8%
Beta acid
3%
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 Tropica
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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Tropica
PineappleMandarinOrangeTropicalDank
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitLimeCitrusPeach
Property
| Property | Tropica | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 38–42% |
| Total oil | - | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–45% |
| Humulene | - | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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