Tettnang (US)vsGolding

Tettnang (US) and Golding are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Tettnang (US)

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–5.5%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.5–0.9 mL

United States

Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2–3%

Total oil

0.4–1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Tettnang (US)

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Golding

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Tettnang (US)

NobleSpicyGrassy

Only in Golding

FloralDelicateSweet

Property

PropertyTettnang (US)Golding
Alpha acid2.5–5.5%4–6%
Beta acid3–5%2–3%
Co-humulone20–28%20%
Total oil0.5–0.9 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene30–45%25–35%
Humulene18–23%35–45%
Caryophyllene6–7%13–16%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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