TettnangervsZamba Blend
Tettnanger (dual purpose) and Zamba Blend (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
Zamba Blend
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tettnanger
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Zamba Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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 Zamba Blend
MangoStone fruitOrangeTangerinePineapple
Property
| Property | Tettnanger | Zamba Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.5–5.8% | 8–12% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5.3% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 28–32% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.1 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–41% | 60–70% |
| Humulene | 20–21% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 11–12% | 1–4% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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