TettnangervsTNT Blend
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and TNT Blend (aroma) 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
TNT Blend
Alpha acid
11.5–13%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.3–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick TNT Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant
Only in TNT Blend
FruityCitrusGreen
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | TNT Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 11.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | - |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 1.3–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | - |
| Humulene | 20–21% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | - |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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