Mandarina BavariavsHersbrucker
Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) and Hersbrucker (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
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonCitrusResinHerbalTropical
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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