Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 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 Ekuanot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MelonCitrus
Only in Ekuanot
LemonLimeOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalGuava
Only in Mistral
FloralGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Property
| Property | Ekuanot | Mistral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15.5% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 3.1–3.8% |
| Co-humulone | 31–38% | 29–39% |
| Total oil | 2–4.5 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 12–20% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |