Vista
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 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 Vista
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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PearCitrus
Only in Vista
TropicalTangerineMelonGreenSweetFloral
Only in Calypso
FruityAppleStone fruitLimePeach
Property
| Property | Vista | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–31% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 18–22% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–14% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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