Tettnang (US)vsHallertau Tradition

Tettnang (US) and Hallertau Tradition 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

Hallertau Tradition

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.6–7%

Beta acid

3–6%

Total oil

0.5–1.9 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick Tettnang (US)

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Hallertau Tradition

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

NobleGrassy

Only in Tettnang (US)

Spicy

Only in Hallertau Tradition

EarthyNectarFruity

Property

PropertyTettnang (US)Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid2.5–5.5%4.6–7%
Beta acid3–5%3–6%
Co-humulone20–28%23–30%
Total oil0.5–0.9 mL0.5–1.9 mL
Myrcene30–45%17–32%
Humulene18–23%35–50%
Caryophyllene6–7%10–15%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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