Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Ekuanot
Alpha acid
13–15.5%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
2–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ekuanot
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusMelon
Only in Mistral
FloralGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Only in Ekuanot
LemonLimeOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalGuava
Property
| Property | Mistral | Ekuanot |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 13–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 31–38% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 2–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 12–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 8–12% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |