PolarisvsTettnanger
Polaris and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Polaris
Alpha acid
18–23%
Beta acid
4.5–6.5%
Total oil
4–5 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 Polaris
- 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 Polaris
MintMentholPineapple
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Polaris | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 18–23% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.5% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–29% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 4–5 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 20–35% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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