Mandarina BavariavsPetoskey
Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) and Petoskey (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
Petoskey
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
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Petoskey |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 6.16% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | - |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | - |
| Humulene | 10–15% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | - |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |