TettnangervsPacific Gem
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (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
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralBlack currant
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyPepper
Only in Pacific Gem
BerryBlackberryOakPine
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 20–21% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Cluster
Lubelski