StirlingvsTettnanger
Stirling and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
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 Stirling
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
Shared aromas
SpicyFloral
Only in Stirling
HerbalCitus
Only in Tettnanger
PepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Stirling | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–12% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 21–28% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.9 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 44–48% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 19–23% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 11–17% | 11–12% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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