HerkulesvsTettnanger
Herkules (bittering) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 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 Herkules
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Tettnanger
- 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 Herkules
CitrusMelon
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Herkules | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–17% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2.4 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–50% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 30–45% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–12% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Lubelski
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