Mandarina BavariavsVic Secret
Mandarina Bavaria and Vic Secret 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
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
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 Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalTropical
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonCitrusResin
Only in Vic Secret
PineapplePinePassion fruitEarthy
Property
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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