Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Caliente
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Bobek
Floral
Only in Caliente
CitrusPeachStone fruitMandarinLemonZest
Property
| Property | Bobek | Caliente |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 14–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 4.3% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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