MysticvsBarbe Rouge
Mystic and Barbe Rouge are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Mystic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Mystic
Black currantPassion fruitWoody
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryFloralBerryHerbal
Property
| Property | Mystic | Barbe Rouge |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7% | 3.8–10% |
| Beta acid | 2–4% | 3.3–4.6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–40% | 24–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 1.1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 35–60% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 0% | 2–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–4% |
| Origin | UK | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Huell Melon
Styrian Dragon