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[Buscotucky]

So this holiday weekend just opened up for me, so I'm thinking it's time to make more beer. The last batch turned out really well, & I'd forgotten how nice it is to have beer on tap.

 

I've got a pound each of Azacca, Ekuanot, and Mandarina Bavaria. Thinking another NE style IPA, `8 gallons or so. Whirlpool & dry hop only.

 

Which would be best as a single hop beer?

 

Which two go together best?

 

Any other thoughts?

 

Thanks!

Edited by Buscotucky, 31 August 2018 - 07:03 AM.

[HVB]

Single - Mandarina Bavaria

Pair - Mandarina and Azazza.  I find Azacca to be meh on its own but is a good supporting hop.

[neddles]

Equanot is a far stronger hop that the other two and would be my preference for a single hop if you're making American styles. Mandarina is more subtle/noble with mandarin-like undertones. Agree with Drez on Azacca and will add that it is not as strong as a lot of the big IPA hops. In fact it's probably more understated than Cascade if that makes sense.

[Buscotucky]

Thanks guys! Haven’t used any of the 3 so most helpful.