Evergreen BlendvsTettnanger
Evergreen Blend (aroma) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Evergreen Blend
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
4.3–4.5%
Total oil
-
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 Evergreen Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Evergreen Blend
PeachApricotLemonGreenWatermelonTangerine
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Evergreen Blend | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–7.5% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–4.5% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–28% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–32% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 20–22% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–12% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 11–12% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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