Styrian CardinalvsTettnanger
Styrian Cardinal (aroma) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Cardinal
Alpha acid
8–15%
Beta acid
3.2–4.6%
Total oil
3–4 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Cardinal
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Styrian Cardinal
CitrusGooseberryPineappleOrangeLimeJasmineGuava
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Styrian Cardinal | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–15% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.6% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 31–37% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 3–4 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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