GalaxyvsMandarina Bavaria
Galaxy and Mandarina Bavaria are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Galaxy
- 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
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPeachPineappleCannabisDank
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Galaxy | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–9% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 32–42% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–5 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–69% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 1–2% |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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