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
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
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 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
| Property | Marynka | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Poland | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |