Hop Variety – US Tettnang

posted May 3rd, 2014 by Stan Hieronymus

Pedigree: Genetically more similar to Fuggle than the German landrace variety Tettnang Tettnanger
Brewing Usage: Aroma
Aroma: Noble aroma that is pleasant and spicy
Alpha Acids: 4.0 – 5.0%
Beta Acids: 3.0 – 4.5%
Co-Humulone: 20 – 25% of alpha acids
Storage Stability: 55 – 60% alpha remaining after 6 months
Total Oil: 0.4 – 0.8 mL/100g
Myrcene: 36 – 45% of total oil
Humulene: 18 – 23% of total oil
Caryophyllene: 6 – 7% of total oil
Farnesene: 5 – 8% of total oil
General Trade Perception: A true noble aroma variety
Possible Substitutions: Fuggle, German Spalt, German Select, Santiam
Typical Beer Styles: German-style Ales, Altbier, Helles, Kölsch, Lager, Lambic, Pilsner, Wheat
Additional Information: Similar to Fuggle