ApollovsTettnanger
Apollo (bittering) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Apollo
Alpha acid
15–20.5%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
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 Apollo
- 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 Apollo
CitrusGrapefruitOrangePineResinCannabisLimeLemonDank
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Apollo | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15–20.5% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–8% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 23–28% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.5 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–20% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |