Dr. RudivsTettnanger
Dr. Rudi and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Dr. Rudi
Alpha acid
10–12%
Beta acid
7–8.5%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
New Zealand
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 Dr. Rudi
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Dr. Rudi
ResinPineLemongrass
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Dr. Rudi | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–12% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 7–8.5% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 36–39% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–30% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 33–34% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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