Pacific SunrisevsNobility Blend
Pacific Sunrise (bittering) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonOrangeFloral
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyPineMangoMelon
Only in Nobility Blend
LemongrassGreenSpicy
Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 27% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |