MistralvsPalisade

Mistral and Palisade are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Mistral

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

6.5–8.5%

Beta acid

3.1–3.8%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

France

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Mistral

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Palisade

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralPassion fruit

Only in Mistral

CitrusMelonGrapesWinePearKumquatMango

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyApricotClean

Property

PropertyMistralPalisade
Alpha acid6.5–8.5%5.5–10%
Beta acid3.1–3.8%5.5–8%
Co-humulone29–39%24–29%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene59–65%45–55%
Humulene9–13%10–20%
Caryophyllene3–4%8–16%
Farnesene2–4%0–1%
OriginFranceUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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