TettnangervsWalhalla
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Walhalla (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
Walhalla
Alpha acid
5.97–10%
Beta acid
3.75–6%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Walhalla
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Walhalla
CitrusGarlicGrassyHerbal
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Walhalla |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 5.97–10% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 3.75–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 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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