Vic SecretvsMandarina Bavaria
Vic Secret and Mandarina Bavaria are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Mandarina Bavaria
Alpha acid
7–10.5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalHerbal
Only in Vic Secret
PineapplePinePassion fruitEarthy
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
TangerineLemonCitrusResin
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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