Tardif de BourgognevsTettnanger
Tardif de Bourgogne (aroma) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
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 Tardif de Bourgogne
- 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
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncensePineRoseLavender
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | Tardif de Bourgogne | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.2–5.3% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–5.8% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.9 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 40–41% |
| Humulene | - | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | - | 11–12% |
| Origin | France | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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