Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Callista
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
5–10%
Total oil
0.7–2.1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Callista
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Bobek
Floral
Only in Callista
PearCaramelPassion fruitOrangeApricotPeachBlackberryStrawberry
Property
| Property | Bobek | Callista |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 2–5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 15–22% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.7–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 63–64% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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