CentennialvsMandarina Bavaria
Centennial and Mandarina Bavaria are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTangerine
Only in Centennial
PineFloralGrapefruit
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
LemonResinHerbalTropical
Property
| Property | Centennial | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |