Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Bouclier
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Bouclier
HerbalGrassySpicyCitrus
Property
| Property | Bobek | Bouclier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 3.8–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 2.4–3.3% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 42–47% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1.1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 37–39% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 33–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Willamette