Mandarina BavariavsChinook

Mandarina Bavaria and Chinook are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Mandarina Bavaria

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7–10.5%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

Germany

Chinook

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11.5–15%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Mandarina Bavaria

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Chinook

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Resin

Only in Mandarina Bavaria

TangerineLemonCitrusHerbalTropical

Only in Chinook

PineGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis

Property

PropertyMandarina BavariaChinook
Alpha acid7–10.5%11.5–15%
Beta acid4–8%3–4%
Co-humulone31–35%27–35%
Total oil0.8–2 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene35–45%20–30%
Humulene10–15%18–24%
Caryophyllene6–10%9–11%
Farnesene1–2%0–1%
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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