Mandarina BavariavsEkuanot
Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) and Ekuanot (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
Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ekuanot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonCitrusHerbalTropical
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineResin
Only in Ekuanot
LimeOrangeBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusMelonGuava
Property
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Ekuanot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 13–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | 31–38% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 2–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 12–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |