Mandarina BavariavsPetoskey

Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) and Petoskey (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Mandarina Bavaria

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7–10.5%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

Germany

Petoskey

Aroma

Alpha acid

12.1%

Beta acid

6.16%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Mandarina Bavaria

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Petoskey

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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 Petoskey

FloralPungentPineapple

Property

PropertyMandarina BavariaPetoskey
Alpha acid7–10.5%12.1%
Beta acid4–8%6.16%
Co-humulone31–35%-
Total oil0.8–2 mL-
Myrcene35–45%-
Humulene10–15%-
Caryophyllene6–10%-
Farnesene1–2%-
OriginGermanyUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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