USDA 008vsTettnanger
USDA 008 and Tettnanger are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Tettnanger
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 USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnanger
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in USDA 008
CitrusSweetPeachMangoStone fruit
Only in Tettnanger
SpicyPepperBlack currant
Property
| Property | USDA 008 | Tettnanger |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.1–11.1% | 2.5–5.8% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–3.3% | 2.8–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 25–26% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.6–1.7 mL | 0.4–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 6–7% | 40–41% |
| Humulene | 48–49% | 20–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 16–17% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–12% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Lubelski