AramisvsNobility Blend
Aramis (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GreenSpicyFloral
Only in Aramis
HerbalCitrusGrassyBlack currant
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrass
Property
| Property | Aramis | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–8.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–5.5% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–42% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1.2–1.6 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 38–41% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 19–22% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–8% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 6–8% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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