TettnangervsX13459
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and X13459 (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
X13459
Alpha acid
3–5.5%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick X13459
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyPepperBlack currant
Only in X13459
TropicalPeachCitrusStrawberry
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | X13459 |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 3–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 4–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 0.8–2 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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