Yellow SubvsTettnanger

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

Yellow Sub

Aroma

Alpha acid

6.2–7.2%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

-

Germany

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 Yellow Sub

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

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 Yellow Sub

SweetCitrusRedApricotOrangeBlackberry

Only in Tettnanger

SpicyFloralPepperBlack currant

Property

PropertyYellow SubTettnanger
Alpha acid6.2–7.2%2.5–5.8%
Beta acid-2.8–5.3%
Co-humulone-22–28%
Total oil-0.4–1.1 mL
Myrcene-40–41%
Humulene-20–21%
Caryophyllene-6–7%
Farnesene-11–12%
OriginGermanyGermany
PurposeAromaDual purpose

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