HarmonievsNobility Blend
Harmonie (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Harmonie
Alpha acid
4–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 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 Harmonie
- 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
Green
Only in Harmonie
BananaCaramelApricot
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Harmonie | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–8% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 19–22% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |