Styrian FoxvsTettnanger
Styrian Fox and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 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 Fox
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnanger
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currant
Only in Styrian Fox
LemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineapplePineCitrusHoney
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepper
Property
| Property | Styrian Fox | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.7–12% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–4% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.7 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 12–14% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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