EpicvsMandarina Bavaria
Epic (aroma) and Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Epic
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
1.7–2.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Epic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Epic
FruityBerry
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonCitrusResinTropical
Property
| Property | Epic | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 1.7–2.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 30–33% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 11–12% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 41–43% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–2% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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