TettnangervsWurttemberg
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Wurttemberg (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
Wurttemberg
Alpha acid
3.8%
Beta acid
3.1%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Wurttemberg
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyPepperBlack currant
Only in Wurttemberg
LimeCitrusPineOreganoWoody
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Wurttemberg |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 3.8% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 3.1% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | - |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 0.5–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | - |
| Humulene | 20–21% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | - |
| Origin | Germany | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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