Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | Bobek | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | - |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem