2023 US Calypso Cryo Hop Profile
Origin:
USA
Developed by Hopsteiner
Grown in the Pacific Northwest
Type:
Aroma hop (Cryo® concentrated pellet)
Typical Alpha Acids:
18–22%
Beta Acids:
5–7%
Aroma & Flavor Notes:
Stone Fruit: Crisp pear, apple, and apricot
Tropical: Hints of mango and pineapple
Citrus: Lemon zest and lime
Herbal: Soft tea and floral notes
Brewing Characteristics:
Cryo® technology delivers intensified Calypso® aroma and flavor with less vegetative matter
Ideal for late additions and dry hopping
Enhances juicy, fruit-forward, and crisp hop profiles
Improves beer yield and maximizes hop character
Best Beer Styles:
IPA
Pale Ale
Blonde Ale
Session Ale
Fruit-forward and modern hop styles
Substitutes:
El Dorado® (more candy, less pear)
Citra® (more citrus, less apple)
Azacca® (more spicy, less tropical)
Fun Fact:
Cryo® Calypso® is celebrated for its unique pear and apple character, making it a favorite for brewers looking to craft bright, juicy, and modern hop-forward beers.
