Evergreen BlendvsNobility Blend
Evergreen Blend (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Evergreen Blend
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
4.3–4.5%
Total oil
-
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 Evergreen Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nobility Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonGreen
Only in Evergreen Blend
PeachApricotWatermelonTangerine
Only in Nobility Blend
OrangeLemongrassFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Evergreen Blend | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–7.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–4.5% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | - | 27% |
| Total oil | - | - |
| Myrcene | 30–32% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 20–22% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–12% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |