Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- 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
When to pick Aurora
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Aurora
SpicyLemongrassNoble
Property
| Property | Bobek | Aurora |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 6.5–13% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 2.7–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.9–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 20–25% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 20–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 5–10% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Willamette