Mandarina BavariavsSasquatch
Mandarina Bavaria and Sasquatch 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
Sasquatch
Alpha acid
6.6–9%
Beta acid
8.2%
Total oil
-
Canada
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 Sasquatch
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TangerineLemonCitrus
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
ResinHerbalTropical
Only in Sasquatch
FloralOrangeMint
Property
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Sasquatch |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 6.6–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 8.2% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 60–61% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 13–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 8–9% |
| Origin | Germany | Canada |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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