MackinacvsPetit Blanc
Mackinac and Petit Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petit Blanc
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
MelonPapaya
Only in Mackinac
TropicalCitrusSpicyFloralBlack currant
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Mackinac | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–4% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–35% | 15% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.2 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–17% | - |
| Humulene | 11–12% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | - |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |