View
Media Gallery
-
Description
Mandarina Bavaria Hops
Mandarina Bavaria is a modern German aroma hop variety bred at the Hop Research Center in Hüll and released in 2012. As a daughter of Cascade, it brings a vibrant citrus character to beers, highlighted by distinct notes of tangerine and mandarin orange. Its unique flavor profile makes it an excellent choice for a variety of beer styles, from traditional lagers to innovative IPAs.
Mandarina Bavaria Hops Overview
- Flavors: Tangerine, mandarin orange, citrus, tropical fruit, herbal
- Primary Usage: Aroma
- Best Beer Styles: Pale Ale, IPA, Kölsch, Wheat Beer, Pilsner, Saison
- Similar Varieties: Cascade, Lemondrop, Hüll Melon
Background
Developed in response to the craft beer industry's demand for novel hop flavors, Mandarina Bavaria combines the fruity characteristics of American hops with the traditional qualities of German varieties. Its versatility allows brewers to experiment with new flavor combinations while maintaining a balanced bitterness.
Mandarina Bavaria Hop Analysis
| Alpha Acids | 7.0 – 10.0% |
| Beta Acids | 4.0 – 7.0% |
| Cohumulone | 31 – 35% |
| Total Oil Content | 1.1 – 2.1 mL/100g |
| Myrcene | 35 – 45% |
| Humulene | 10 – 15% |
| Caryophyllene | 6 – 10% |
| Farnesene | 1 – 2% |
| Linalool | 0.1 – 0.6% |
| Geraniol | 0.3 – 0.6% |
| β-Pinene | 0.4 – 0.6% |
