Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Calypso
Alpha acid
12–16%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Wakatu
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Calypso
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lime
Only in Wakatu
FloralTropicalZest
Only in Calypso
FruityApplePearStone fruitCitrusPeach
Property
| Property | Wakatu | Calypso |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 12–16% |
| Beta acid | 8–8.5% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–30% | 38–42% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.2 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–36% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 20–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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