Nobility BlendvsHallertau Tradition
Nobility Blend (dual purpose) and Hallertau Tradition (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 Tradition
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
3–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Nobility Blend
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Hallertau Tradition
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Hallertau Tradition
EarthyGrassyNectarFruityNoble
Property
| Property | Nobility Blend | Hallertau Tradition |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.2–4.5% | 4.6–7% |
| Beta acid | 4.9–5.3% | 3–6% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 23–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–38% | 17–32% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 35–50% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–28% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |