OpalvsTettnanger
Opal and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Opal
Alpha acid
5–14%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1.3 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 Opal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantSpicyFloral
Only in Opal
CitrusHerbalAnise
Only in Tettnanger
Pepper
Property
| Property | Opal | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–14% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 13–34% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.3 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–45% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 30–50% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–15% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Lubelski
Styrian Golding