Bitter GoldvsBobek
Bitter Gold (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bitter Gold
Alpha acid
12–18.8%
Beta acid
4.5–8%
Total oil
0.8–3.9 mL
United States
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Bitter Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bitter Gold
Stone fruitTropicalPearWatermelonGrassyGrapefruit
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Bitter Gold | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–18.8% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–8% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–41% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.8–3.9 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–68% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 7–18% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–11% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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