Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Bohemie
Alpha acid
5–8%
Beta acid
6–9%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Bohemie
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Bohemie
HerbalCitrusSpicy
Property
| Property | Bobek | Bohemie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 5–8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 6–9% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 23–26% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 17–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 1–3% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Willamette