BobekvsCeleia

Bobek (bittering) and Celeia (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

Celeia

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–6%

Beta acid

2–4%

Total oil

0.5–3.6 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Celeia

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Bobek

Pine

Only in Celeia

NobleLavenderSpicyEarthyHerbal

Property

PropertyBobekCeleia
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%3–6%
Beta acid4–6.6%2–4%
Co-humulone26–31%25–29%
Total oil0.7–4 mL0.5–3.6 mL
Myrcene30–45%26–35%
Humulene13–19%18–23%
Caryophyllene4–6%8–9%
Farnesene4–7%3–7%
OriginSloveniaSlovenia
PurposeBitteringAroma

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