AdmiralvsTettnanger
Admiral (bittering) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Tettnanger
Alpha acid
2.5–5.8%
Beta acid
2.8–5.3%
Total oil
0.4–1.1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResinHerbal
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Admiral | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 11–12% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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