Nobility BlendvsAramis
Nobility Blend (dual purpose) and Aramis (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
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GreenFloralSpicy
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrass
Only in Aramis
HerbalCitrusGrassyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Nobility Blend | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.2–4.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–5.3% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | - | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–38% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–28% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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