MarynkavsTettnanger

Marynka and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Marynka

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

7.5–12%

Beta acid

10–13%

Total oil

1.8–3.3 mL

Poland

Tettnanger

Dual purpose

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 Marynka

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Tettnanger

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Marynka

HayLicoriceLemonGrapefruitAniseEarthyHerbalCitrus

Only in Tettnanger

SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant

Property

PropertyMarynkaTettnanger
Alpha acid7.5–12%2.5–5.8%
Beta acid10–13%2.8–5.3%
Co-humulone26–33%22–28%
Total oil1.8–3.3 mL0.4–1.1 mL
Myrcene28–31%40–41%
Humulene33–36%20–21%
Caryophyllene10–13%6–7%
Farnesene1–3%11–12%
OriginPolandGermany
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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