The Story
Calypso Hops
Calypsoâ„¢ is a bold American dual-purpose hop developed by Hopsteiner. Bred from Nugget and USDA 19058m, it offers a unique flavor and aroma profile with distinct notes of pear, apple, and tropical fruit. Its high alpha acid content and complex oil composition make it suitable for both bittering and aroma additions in a variety of beer styles.
Calypso Hops Overview
- Flavors: Pear, apple, tropical fruit, melon, citrus, black pepper, cherry blossom
- Primary Usage: Dual-purpose (bittering and aroma)
- Best Beer Styles: IPA, Pale Ale, Stout, Barleywine, British Bitter
- Similar Varieties: Cascade, Belma, Huell Melon
Background
Introduced in 2012, Calypso has captivated brewers with its versatile and evolving character. Light usage imparts subtle notes of pear and melon, while heavier additions reveal stone fruit and tropical aromas. Its markedly smooth bittering and complex profile add depth to a wide range of beer styles.
Calypso Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 12.0 – 14.0% |
| Beta Acids | 5.0 – 6.0% |
| Cohumulone | 40 – 42% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.6 – 2.5 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 30 – 45% |
| Humulene | 20 – 35% |
| Caryophyllene | 9 – 15% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
| Linalool | 0.3 – 0.5% |
Description
Calypso Hops
Calypsoâ„¢ is a bold American dual-purpose hop developed by Hopsteiner. Bred from Nugget and USDA 19058m, it offers a unique flavor and aroma profile with distinct notes of pear, apple, and tropical fruit. Its high alpha acid content and complex oil composition make it suitable for both bittering and aroma additions in a variety of beer styles.
Calypso Hops Overview
- Flavors: Pear, apple, tropical fruit, melon, citrus, black pepper, cherry blossom
- Primary Usage: Dual-purpose (bittering and aroma)
- Best Beer Styles: IPA, Pale Ale, Stout, Barleywine, British Bitter
- Similar Varieties: Cascade, Belma, Huell Melon
Background
Introduced in 2012, Calypso has captivated brewers with its versatile and evolving character. Light usage imparts subtle notes of pear and melon, while heavier additions reveal stone fruit and tropical aromas. Its markedly smooth bittering and complex profile add depth to a wide range of beer styles.
Calypso Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 12.0 – 14.0% |
| Beta Acids | 5.0 – 6.0% |
| Cohumulone | 40 – 42% of alpha acids |
| Total Oil Content | 1.6 – 2.5 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 30 – 45% |
| Humulene | 20 – 35% |
| Caryophyllene | 9 – 15% |
| Farnesene | <1% |
| Linalool | 0.3 – 0.5% |
