Old MissionvsTettnanger

Old Mission (aroma) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Old Mission

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.33%

Beta acid

3.7%

Total oil

-

United States

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 Old Mission

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Tettnanger

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyBlack currant

Only in Old Mission

CitrusPineHerbalTart

Only in Tettnanger

FloralPepper

Property

PropertyOld MissionTettnanger
Alpha acid4.33%2.5–5.8%
Beta acid3.7%2.8–5.3%
Co-humulone-22–28%
Total oil-0.4–1.1 mL
Myrcene-40–41%
Humulene-20–21%
Caryophyllene-6–7%
Farnesene-11–12%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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