BobekvsBRU-1

Bobek (bittering) and BRU-1 (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

BRU-1

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

1.5–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick BRU-1

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Bobek

PineFloral

Only in BRU-1

PineappleGreenFruity

Property

PropertyBobekBRU-1
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%13–15%
Beta acid4–6.6%8–10%
Co-humulone26–31%35–37%
Total oil0.7–4 mL1.5–2 mL
Myrcene30–45%50–55%
Humulene13–19%7–8%
Caryophyllene4–6%9–11%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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