MistralvsMandarina Bavaria
Mistral and Mandarina Bavaria are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Mistral
FloralMelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonResinHerbalTropical
Property
| Property | Mistral | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 1–2% |
| Origin | France | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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