Tettnang (US)vsLiberty
Tettnang (US) (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tettnang (US)
Alpha acid
2.5–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
United States
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tettnang (US)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleSpicy
Only in Tettnang (US)
Grassy
Only in Liberty
FloralHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Tettnang (US) | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 18–23% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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