ElixirvsMandarina Bavaria
Elixir (aroma) and Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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
Shared aromas
CitrusTropicalTangerine
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoOrangeFloralSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
LemonResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Elixir | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | France | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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