GlaciervsTettnanger
Glacier and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Glacier
Alpha acid
3.3–9.7%
Beta acid
5.4–10%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Glacier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Tettnanger
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Glacier
PlumBlackberryWoodyCedar
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Glacier | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–9.7% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 5.4–10% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 11–16% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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