GaiavsNobility Blend
Gaia (bittering) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Gaia
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
Czech Republic
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Gaia
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Nobility Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Gaia
Hoppy
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassGreenFloral
Property
| Property | Gaia | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–10% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20–29% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 23–37% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 2–4% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 5–7% | 6–8% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |