Nobility BlendvsBobek
Nobility Blend (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) 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
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassGreenSpicy
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Nobility Blend | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.2–4.5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–5.3% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–38% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–28% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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