TangovsMandarina Bavaria
Tango and Mandarina Bavaria are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Tango
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Tango
Passion fruitPineappleSpicy
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonResinHerbalTropical
Property
| Property | Tango | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–11% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.5–10% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 19–25% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 2.4–4 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–45% |
| Humulene | - | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 1–2% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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