HelgavsTettnanger
Helga (aroma) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
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 Helga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Helga
Noble
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Helga | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.4–7.3% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–23% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 1–13% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 35–55% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–45% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Australia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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