TettnangervsTarget
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Target (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
Target
Alpha acid
8.5–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.7%
Total oil
1–1.4 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Target
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyPepper
Only in Tettnanger
FloralBlack currant
Only in Target
CitrusMarmaladeSage
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 8.5–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 4.3–5.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 1–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 20–21% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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