TNT BlendvsTettnanger

TNT Blend (aroma) and Tettnanger (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Tettnanger

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

2.5–5.8%

Beta acid

2.8–5.3%

Total oil

0.4–1.1 mL

Germany

Key differences

When to pick TNT Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Tettnanger

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in TNT Blend

FruityCitrusGreen

Only in Tettnanger

SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant

Property

PropertyTNT BlendTettnanger
Alpha acid11.5–13%2.5–5.8%
Beta acid-2.8–5.3%
Co-humulone-22–28%
Total oil1.3–1.5 mL0.4–1.1 mL
Myrcene-40–41%
Humulene-20–21%
Caryophyllene-6–7%
Farnesene-11–12%
OriginUnited StatesGermany
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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