Tettnang (US)vsSimcoe
Tettnang (US) (aroma) and Simcoe (dual purpose) 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
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tettnang (US)
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Simcoe
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Tettnang (US)
NobleSpicyGrassy
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPassion fruitPineBerryApricotBubblegumCitrus
Property
| Property | Tettnang (US) | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.5% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 18–23% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Spalt