Mandarina BavariavsCrystal
Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) and Crystal (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Crystal
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonCitrusResinHerbalTropical
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |