AdmiralvsNobility Blend
Admiral (bittering) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Orange
Only in Admiral
TeaFreshPineCitrusResinHerbal
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonLemongrassGreenFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Admiral | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |