Tettnang (US)vsPacific Crest

Tettnang (US) and Pacific Crest 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

Pacific Crest

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.9%

Beta acid

3%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Tettnang (US)

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Pacific Crest

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

NobleSpicyGrassy

Only in Tettnang (US)

-

Only in Pacific Crest

TobaccoEarthyFloralHerbalPine

Property

PropertyTettnang (US)Pacific Crest
Alpha acid2.5–5.5%3.9%
Beta acid3–5%3%
Co-humulone20–28%27%
Total oil0.5–0.9 mL-
Myrcene30–45%45–55%
Humulene18–23%19–21%
Caryophyllene6–7%6–10%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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