Mandarina BavariavsPetit Blanc
Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) and Petit Blanc (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
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Petit Blanc
- 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 Petit Blanc
CherryMelonPapayaGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | 15% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | - |
| Humulene | 10–15% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | - |
| Origin | Germany | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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