HersbruckervsNobility Blend
Hersbrucker (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 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 Hersbrucker
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Orange
Only in Hersbrucker
NobleHayTobacco
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonLemongrassGreenFloralSpicy
Property
| Property | Hersbrucker | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1.5–5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–6% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 17–25% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.3 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–30% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–13% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |