Tettnang (US)vsSpalter Select
Tettnang (US) and Spalter Select 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
Spalter Select
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
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 Spalter Select
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyGrassy
Only in Tettnang (US)
Noble
Only in Spalter Select
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Property
| Property | Tettnang (US) | Spalter Select |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5% | 2.5–5% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 21–27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–0.9 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 20–40% |
| Humulene | 18–23% | 10–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 4–10% |
| Farnesene | 5–8% | 15–22% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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