TargetvsTettnanger
Target (bittering) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
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 Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPepper
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSage
Only in Tettnanger
FloralBlack currant
Property
| Property | Target | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–13.5% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.7% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1–1.4 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 17–23% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–10% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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