Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloralMango
Only in Mistral
MelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquat
Only in USDA 008
SweetPeachStone fruit
Property
| Property | Mistral | USDA 008 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 10.1–11.1% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 2.7–3.3% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 25–26% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 1.6–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 6–7% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 48–49% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 16–17% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |