VistavsMandarina Bavaria
Vista and Mandarina Bavaria are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Vista
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 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 Vista
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mandarina Bavaria
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalTangerineCitrus
Only in Vista
MelonPearGreenSweetFloral
Only in Mandarina Bavaria
LemonResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Vista | Mandarina Bavaria |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 7–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 29–31% | 31–35% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.2 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 18–22% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–14% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |