Hallertau TaurusvsTettnanger
Hallertau Taurus and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
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 Taurus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPepper
Only in Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaCurryEarthy
Only in Tettnanger
FloralBlack currant
Property
| Property | Hallertau Taurus | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17.9% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.5 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–31% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 30–31% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Citra