CrystalvsMandarina Bavaria
Crystal (aroma) and Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 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 Crystal
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonCitrusResinHerbalTropical
Property
| Property | Crystal | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.8–6% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.3 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–55% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–12% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |