Mandarina BavariavsWaimea
Mandarina Bavaria and Waimea 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
Waimea
Alpha acid
14.5–19%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.3 mL
New Zealand
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 Waimea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TangerineCitrusHerbal
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
LemonResinTropical
Only in Waimea
PineMandarin
Property
| Property | Mandarina Bavaria | Waimea |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–10.5% | 14.5–19% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 31–35% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2 mL | 1.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 10–15% | 9–10% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 2–3% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 4–6% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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