Nobility Hops

AromaAlpha 4.0 - 6.0%United States

Nobility is a masterfully crafted hop blend designed to bridge the gap between "Old World" aromatic elegance and "New World" reliability. Launched in 2020 as part of the BSG Hop Solutions Program, this proprietary blend was engineered to capture the delicate, sophisticated essence of traditional European landrace hops using a precision-balanced selection of domestic cultivars. By focusing on a specific chemical fingerprint rather than a single plant variety, Nobility avoids the seasonal variance often associated with heritage hops. It is the premier choice for brewers who demand the floral and herbal finesse of a classic German pilsner with the fresh, high-intensity oil saturation provided by modern processing.

The sensory profile of Nobility is a refined and harmonious arrangement of soft meadow flowers and cooling herbal spice. It leads with a primary, "meadow-fresh" bouquet of dried lavender, sweet wildflower honey, and fresh-cut hay, followed by a sophisticated secondary layer of peppery spice, cedar, and light lemon zest. As the profile develops, brewers will find a pleasant "clean" earthiness and a subtle hint of green tea that remains exceptionally smooth on the palate. Thanks to its remarkably low cohumulone levels and balanced oil composition, Nobility delivers a rounded, non-aggressive bitterness and a crisp, polished finish—the definitive choice for imparting a timeless "Noble-style" aromatic depth.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Nobility, the best alternatives are Hallertau, Liberty, Mt. Hood, Saaz, or Tettnanger.

At A Glance

ProfileSoft Meadow Flowers, Cooling Herbal Spice, Dried Lavender, Wildflower Honey, Fresh-Cut Hay, Peppery Spice, Cedar, Lemon Zest, Earthiness, Lemon Zest
PurposeAroma
Alpha Acid4.0 - 6.0%
SubstitutesHallertau, Liberty, Mt. Hood, Saaz, Tettnanger
Pairs withLiberty (to enhance the floral sweetness), Loral® (to bridge the gap between traditional floral and modern fruit notes), Saaz (to sharpen the peppery spice)
Beer StylesPilsner, Helles, Kolsch, Oktoberfest, Witbier, Saison

General Information

Country
United States
Storage Stability
Good

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid
4.0 - 6.0%
Beta Acid
4.0 - 5.0%
Cohumulone
20.0 - 25.0%
Total Oil
1.0 - 1.6 ml/100g
Myrcene
30.0 - 45.0%
Humulene
25.0 - 35.0%
Caryophyllene
10.0 - 15.0%
B-Pinene
~0.5%

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Last Updated
  • 2026-04-20 19:50:58
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