DeltavsNobility Blend
Delta (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Delta
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Spicy
Only in Delta
CitrusMelon
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassGreenFloral
Property
| Property | Delta | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.5–7% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–24% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 25–35% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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