Tettnanger Hops
AromaAlpha 3.0 - 5.8%Germany
Tettnanger is one of the four original "Noble Hops" of Europe, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Saaz, Spalt, and Hallertauer. Named after the town of Tettnang in Southern Germany, this landrace variety has a pedigree that can be traced back to 1844, with some records suggesting its cultivation in the Lake Constance region as early as 1150.
Unlike modern high-alpha hybrids, Tettnanger is a product of its environment. It has evolved in perfect harmony with the unique soil and microclimate of its home district, creating a delicate chemical profile that simply cannot be replicated elsewhere. While there are US, Australian, and Swiss versions of this hop, the German original remains the definitive cornerstone of traditional European brewing. It offers a level of sophisticated elegance that defines the classic profiles of world-class Pilsners and Lagers.
If you can't find Tettnanger, the best alternatives are Fuggle, Hersbrucker, Saaz, Santiam, Spalter Select, or Tettnanger (US).
At A Glance
| Profile | Floral, Spicy, Sweet Hay, Black Tea, Woody, Earthy |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Aroma |
| Alpha Acid | 3.0 - 5.8% |
| Substitutes | Fuggle, Hersbrucker, Saaz, Santiam, Spalter Select, Tettnanger (US) |
| Pairs with | Hallertau (for the ultimate German Lager blend), Hersbrucker (to lighten the floral notes), Spalt (for increased spicy depth) |
| Beer Styles | German Pilsner, Helles, Octoberfest, Wheat Ale, Altbier |
General Information
| Country | Germany |
|---|---|
| Aliases | Tettnang, Tettnang Tettnanger, German Tettnang, Tettnanger (GR), Schwetzinger, Deutscher Frühopfen |
| Storage Stability | Retains 75 - 80% alpha acid |
Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)
| Alpha Acid | 3.0 - 5.8% |
|---|---|
| Beta Acid | 2.8 - 5.3% |
| Cohumulone | 20.0 - 30.0% |
| Total Oil | 0.5 - 0.9 ml/100g |
| Myrcene | 20.0 - 35.0% |
| Humulene | 20.0 - 30.% |
| Caryophyllene | 6.0 - 11.0% |
| Farnesene | 4.0 - 8.0% |
| Linalool | 0.4 - 0.9% |
| B-Pinene | 0.4 - 0.8% |
| Geraniol | 0.1 - 0.3% |
Growth & Cultivation
| Yield | 1,000 - 1,400 lbs/acre |
|---|---|
| Maturity | Medium early |
| Resistant | Verticillium wilt, powdery mildew |
| Susceptible | Downy mildew, aphid |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to high |
| Cones | Small to medium, oval, and very compact |
| Sex | Female |
| Leaf Color | Light to medium green |
| Side Arm Length | 12" - 18" |
Tettnanger Aroma/Flavor Profile
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