Tettnang (US)vsSpalt
Tettnang (US) and Spalt are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Tettnang (US)
Alpha acid
2.5–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
United States
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Tettnang (US)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Spalt
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Noble
Only in Tettnang (US)
SpicyGrassy
Only in Spalt
EarthyHerbalFloral
Property
| Property | Tettnang (US) | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.5% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 18–23% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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