TettnangervsLiberty
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tettnanger
Alpha acid
2.5–5.8%
Beta acid
2.8–5.3%
Total oil
0.4–1.1 mL
Germany
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
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
SpicyFloral
Only in Tettnanger
PepperBlack currant
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 20–21% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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