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Calypso
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About
Calypso is a Yakima Valley bred, dual-purpose diploid hop with Hopsteiner lineage on both sides. Despite its aroma-focused origins, it boasts a high alpha acid percentage. In addition to this, Calypso features crisp, fruity aromas and flavors that exhibit elements of apple, pear and stone fruit brightened with hints of lime citrus. It is marvellously complex with an almost understated earthy, tea-like note.
Origin
A diploid aroma-type hop, originated from a cross between Hopsteiner breeding female 98005 and a Hopsteiner male derived from Nugget and USDA 19058m.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
CrispPearsPeachApplePearFruityStone FruitLimeCitrusFruitFruity Aroma. Flavour Of ApplesStone Fruit And Lime Citrus.
Recommended Beer Styles
AleStoutBarley Wine
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
30-45%
Humulene
20-35%
Caryophyllene
9-15%
Farnesene
≥1%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid12.0 - 14.0%
Beta Acid5.0 - 6.0%
Co-Humulone40-42%
Technical Details
Total Oil1.6-2.5 mL/100g
HSI0.32
Flavor Intensity9/10
Brewing Usebittering, late addition, dry hop
StorabilityRetains 65-70% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)