TettnangervsZagrava

Tettnanger and Zagrava are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Tettnanger

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

2.5–5.8%

Beta acid

2.8–5.3%

Total oil

0.4–1.1 mL

Germany

Zagrava

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4–7%

Beta acid

8–12%

Total oil

2–3 mL

Ukraine

Key differences

When to pick Tettnanger

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Zagrava

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyFloral

Only in Tettnanger

PepperBlack currant

Only in Zagrava

HerbalFruity

Property

PropertyTettnangerZagrava
Alpha acid2.5–5.8%4–7%
Beta acid2.8–5.3%8–12%
Co-humulone22–28%24–28%
Total oil0.4–1.1 mL2–3 mL
Myrcene40–41%30–50%
Humulene20–21%14–16%
Caryophyllene6–7%7–8%
Farnesene11–12%12–18%
OriginGermanyUkraine
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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