NZH-107vsTettnanger

NZH-107 and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

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 NZH-107

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Tettnanger

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in NZH-107

Passion fruitCitrusGrapefruit

Only in Tettnanger

SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant

Property

PropertyNZH-107Tettnanger
Alpha acid8–11%2.5–5.8%
Beta acid5–7%2.8–5.3%
Co-humulone27–31%22–28%
Total oil1.4–2.2 mL0.4–1.1 mL
Myrcene55–65%40–41%
Humulene7–10%20–21%
Caryophyllene4–8%6–7%
Farnesene4–7%11–12%
OriginNew ZealandGermany
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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