Mandarina Bavaria Hop Pellets
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Mandarina Bavaria Hops are a popular German variety known for their bright citrus flavor and smooth bitterness. Developed by the Hop Research Center Hüll, these hops are descended from Cascade, yet they deliver a distinctively citrus profile that leans more toward sweet orange and tangerine than the sharp grapefruit character of Cascade. Mandarina Bavaria works well in both lagers and ales, especially when used in late hop additions or dry hopping.
Mandarina Bavaria has moderate alpha acids, allowing it to function as a dual-purpose hop. Although Mandarina Bavaria is known for clean bitterness, its real magic lies in its vivid aroma and flavor of mandarin orange, lime zest, and subtle herbal tones. Its great in American Pale Ales, IPAs, Wheat Beers, and even fruit-accented Kölsch and Blonde Ales.
Technical Details:
- Alpha Acids: 7.0% – 10.0%
- Beta Acids: 5.0% – 6.5%
- Total Oils: 1.5 – 2.3 mL/100g
- Usage: Dual-purpose (aroma & bittering)
- Substitutes: Amarillo, Cascade
- Ideal For: IPAs, Wheat Beers, Kölsch, Blonde Ales, American Pale Ales
- Country of Origin: Germany
Mandarina Bavaria Hops FAQ
How citrusy is Mandarina Bavaria?
Mandarina Bavaria delivers a strong impression of sweet orange and tangerine, especially when used as a whirlpool or dry hop. It's more rounded and juicy than sharp or bitter.
What makes Mandarina Bavaria different from Cascade?
Though a descendant of Cascade, Mandarina Bavaria has a gentler bitterness and fruitier, more mandarin-forward citrus character, with less grapefruit or pine.
Can I use Mandarina Bavaria in lagers?
Yes! Its clean citrus tones make it an excellent addition to fruit-forward Kölsch and even some lighter German lagers.
What styles benefit most from Mandarina Bavaria?
It's fantastic in Wheat Beers, Blonde Ales, and hop-forward summer ales, where its orange citrus character can really pop.
What are good hops to pair with Mandarina Bavaria?
Pair it with Citra, Galaxy, or Mosaic for layered tropical and citrus flavor bombs.
