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