Nobility BlendvsFuggle
Nobility Blend (dual purpose) and Fuggle (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
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassGreenFloralSpicy
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Nobility Blend | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.2–4.5% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–5.3% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | - | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–38% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–28% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Styrian Golding