Hallertau TraditionvsNobility Blend
Hallertau Tradition (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hallertau Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 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 Hallertau Tradition
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassGreenFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Hallertau Tradition | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–6% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.9 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 17–32% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 35–50% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |