Archer
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.6–0.8 mL
United Kingdom
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Archer
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Archer
ApricotLimeCitrusPeach
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Archer | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 32–38% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.6–0.8 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 26–30% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Willamette