Southern DawnvsMandarina Bavaria
Southern Dawn and Mandarina Bavaria are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Southern Dawn
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbal
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryFruitySpicy
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonResinTropical
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | 1–2% |
| Origin | South Africa | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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