Hallertau TraditionvsTettnang (US)
Hallertau Tradition and Tettnang (US) are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Tettnang (US)
Alpha acid
2.5–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnang (US)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrassyNoble
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyNectarFruity
Only in Tettnang (US)
Spicy
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Tettnang (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 2.5–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 18–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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