Tettnang Hops Pellets | German Noble T-90
| Hops Name: | Tettnanger |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin: | Germany |
| Hops Purpose: | Dual Purpose |
| Alpha Acidity: | A/A: 3.8% |
| Aroma & Flavor: | Floral, Herbal, Spicy |
Tettnang Hops for Floral Spice, Herbal Balance, and Classic Noble Character
Tettnang is a German noble hop offered here in standard T-90 pellet form and prized for the refined aroma that has made it a long-standing favorite in traditional European brewing. Brewers often choose Tettnang when they want floral, spicy, and herbal notes that stay elegant and balanced rather than forceful.
Its value comes from finesse. Tettnang can add classic hop aroma and gentle bitterness to delicate beers without overpowering the base style, which makes it especially useful anywhere polished noble hop character matters.
Flavor and Brewing Character
Tettnang is known for floral, spicy, herbal, earthy, and lightly citrus character. It tends to feel soft and composed rather than aggressive, which makes it especially useful in beers where brewers want traditional hop expression with a smooth, noble finish.
In the brewhouse, Tettnang works well for late additions, aroma additions, restrained dry hopping, and soft bittering. It fits naturally in pilsner, lager, Kölsch-style beer, wheat beer, and Belgian-inspired ales where classic continental hop character should remain integrated and elegant.
Why Brewers Choose Tettnang
Brewers often choose Tettnang because it remains one of the benchmark noble hops for balance, finesse, and drinkability. It is a strong option when the goal is to build crisp, traditional beers with refined hop aroma instead of loud modern saturation.
Hop Specifications
- Origin: Germany
- Hop form: T-90 Pellets
- Alpha acid: 3.0% - 6.0%
- Beta acid: 3.0% - 5.0%
- Total oils: 0.5 - 1.0 mL/100g
- Typical beer styles: Pilsner, lager, Kölsch-style beer, wheat beer, and Belgian-inspired ales
Packaging and Storage
Available in 1 oz and 1 lb sizes unless otherwise noted. Store cold after opening and keep oxygen exposure low to help preserve delicate noble hop aroma and brewing quality.