HydravsMandarina Bavaria
Hydra and Mandarina Bavaria are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hydra
Alpha acid
10.5–13.7%
Beta acid
6.4–7.9%
Total oil
-
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 Hydra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
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
CitrusTangerineResinTropical
Only in Hydra
MandarinZestLimeBerryPeachWatermelonRoseApricot
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
LemonHerbal
Property
| Property | Hydra | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.5–13.7% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 6.4–7.9% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 27–28% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 54–55% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 11–12% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–9% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |