TettnangervsVanguard
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Vanguard (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
Vanguard
Alpha acid
4–6.5%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.4–1 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 Vanguard
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Vanguard
WoodyTobaccoPleasantGrassyCedar
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Vanguard |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 4–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 14–20% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | 5–15% |
| Humulene | 20–21% | 49–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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