Tardif de BourgognevsNobility Blend
Tardif de Bourgogne (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralGreen
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryNobleIncensePineRoseLavender
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassSpicy
Property
| Property | Tardif de Bourgogne | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2.2–5.3% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–5.8% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.9 mL | - |
| Myrcene | - | 34–38% |
| Humulene | - | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | - | 6–8% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |