Hallertau MittelfrühvsTettnanger
Hallertau Mittelfrüh (aroma) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hallertau Mittelfrüh
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.7–1.3 mL
Germany
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 Hallertau Mittelfrüh
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in Hallertau Mittelfrüh
CitrusGrassyTea
Only in Tettnanger
PepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Hallertau Mittelfrüh | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5.5% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 18–28% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.3 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–16% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 55–56% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 14–15% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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