Southern TropicvsTettnanger
Southern Tropic (bittering) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Tropic
Alpha acid
12.6–18.1%
Beta acid
5–6.5%
Total oil
-
South Africa
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 Southern Tropic
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Tropic
MelonTroicalGuavaButterscotchLemongrassCoconutPungentPineappleBubblegumCitrus
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Southern Tropic | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.6–18.1% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 5–6.5% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | - | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–46% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 14–40% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–14% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 8–11% | 11–12% |
| Origin | South Africa | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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