MistralvsHersbrucker
Mistral (dual purpose) and Hersbrucker (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Mistral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Mistral
CitrusFloralMelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Mistral | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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