TNT BlendvsMandarina Bavaria
TNT Blend (aroma) and Mandarina Bavaria (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in TNT Blend
FruityGreen
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonResinHerbalTropical
Property
| Property | TNT Blend | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.5–13% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | - | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | - | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.5 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 35–45% |
| Humulene | - | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | - | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |