AkoyavsNobility Blend
Akoya (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Akoya
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
4–5%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
Germany
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Akoya
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyGreen
Only in Akoya
TeaPepper
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassFloral
Property
| Property | Akoya | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–5% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | - | 34–38% |
| Humulene | - | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–8% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
Aurora