Wild WolfvsCalypso

Wild Wolf and Calypso are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

United States

Calypso

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

12–16%

Beta acid

5–6%

Total oil

1.5–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Wild Wolf

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
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Fruity

Only in Wild Wolf

HerbalEarthy

Only in Calypso

ApplePearStone fruitLimeCitrusPeach

Property

PropertyWild WolfCalypso
Alpha acid8.25%12–16%
Beta acid5.88%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%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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