Styrian GoldingvsTettnanger

Styrian Golding (aroma) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Styrian Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

2.5–3.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 mL

Slovenia

Tettnanger

Dual purpose

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 Golding

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Tettnanger

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Styrian Golding

EarthyResinSweetNoble

Only in Tettnanger

FloralPepperBlack currant

Property

PropertyStyrian GoldingTettnanger
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%2.5–5.8%
Beta acid2.5–3.5%2.8–5.3%
Co-humulone25–30%22–28%
Total oil0.5–1 mL0.4–1.1 mL
Myrcene27–33%40–41%
Humulene34–38%20–21%
Caryophyllene9–11%6–7%
Farnesene2–5%11–12%
OriginSloveniaGermany
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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