CentennialvsMistral
Centennial and Mistral 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
Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Mistral
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Centennial
PineGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Mistral
MelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Property
| Property | Centennial | Mistral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 3.1–3.8% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 29–39% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |