Nobility BlendvsHallertau Blanc
Nobility Blend (dual purpose) and Hallertau Blanc (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
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lemongrass
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeGreenFloralSpicy
Only in Hallertau Blanc
PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | Nobility Blend | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.2–4.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–5.3% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | - | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–38% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–28% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin