Nobility BlendvsAhtanum
Nobility Blend (dual purpose) and Ahtanum (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonFloral
Only in Nobility Blend
OrangeLemongrassGreenSpicy
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedar
Property
| Property | Nobility Blend | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.2–4.5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–5.3% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–38% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–28% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |