LemondropvsMandarina Bavaria
Lemondrop (aroma) and Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Lemondrop
Alpha acid
5–7%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
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 Lemondrop
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusLemon
Only in Lemondrop
FloralMintGreenMelon
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineResinHerbalTropical
Property
| Property | Lemondrop | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–7% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 28–34% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–47% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 56–58% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–10% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 6–7% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |