Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Cluster
Alpha acid
5.5–9%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Cluster
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Cluster
EarthySweet
Property
| Property | Bobek | Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 5.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 33–43% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 38–46% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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