Mandarina BavariavsGalaxy
Mandarina Bavaria and Galaxy are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusTropical
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonResinHerbal
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPeachPineappleCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 3–5% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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