Williamette hop substitution

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cushyno

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I've been culturing up the St Austell yeast from a bottle of Proper Job. All going well so far, it gives off a lightly fruity aroma and stepped up starters have been vigorous.

This recipe suggests Styrian Goldings and Williamette for a fruity, floral, spiciness.

I have the SG in stock but no Williamette. The yeast may bring a bit of fruitiness itself, so I was thinking of
  • Bittering with Northern Brewer and Admiral (10g each, FWH)
  • 10 minute addition of SG (10g) and NB/Fuggles (10g)
  • 0 minute addition of SG (20g) and Tettnang (10g)
I know it's not going to be the same as Williamette, but I'm thinking there needs to be something to give a bit of floral so opting for Tettnang.

I need an opinion on if NB or Fuggles will be best alongside the Tettnang. Gut feel days Fuggles, but it can be more dank than the the peppier NB. My worry is that NB might overshadow the Tettnang.

Whadyathink?
 
Well, I've gone for it with slight adjustments as I had used the end of a couple of packets of hops:
  • Bittering with Northern Brewer and Admiral (10g each, FWH)
  • 10 minute addition of SG (5g), NB (5g) and Fuggles (10g)
  • 0 minute addition of SG (10g) and Tettnang (20g)
It'll be fine.
 

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