AtlasvsBobek

Atlas (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Atlas

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–11%

Beta acid

4%

Total oil

1.3–1.6 mL

Slovenia

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Atlas

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralPine

Only in Atlas

Lime

Only in Bobek

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Property

PropertyAtlasBobek
Alpha acid5–11%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid4%4–6.6%
Co-humulone36–38%26–31%
Total oil1.3–1.6 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene58–59%30–45%
Humulene8–10%13–19%
Caryophyllene3–5%4–6%
Farnesene13–14%4–7%
OriginSloveniaSlovenia
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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