Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
El Dorado
Alpha acid
13–17%
Beta acid
6.4–8%
Total oil
2.5–3.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mistral
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick El Dorado
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pear
Only in Mistral
CitrusFloralMelonGrapesWinePassion fruitKumquatMango
Only in El Dorado
FruityTropicalWatermelonCandyStone fruit
Property
| Property | Mistral | El Dorado |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 13–17% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 6.4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 28–33% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 2.5–3.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 55–60% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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