Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobaccoCitrusSpicy
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Agnus | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
Columbus
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