BobekvsEclipse

Bobek (bittering) and Eclipse (dual purpose) 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

Eclipse

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15.7–19%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.8–2.7 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Eclipse

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pine

Only in Bobek

Floral

Only in Eclipse

CitrusMandarin

Property

PropertyBobekEclipse
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%15.7–19%
Beta acid4–6.6%5.9–9%
Co-humulone26–31%33–37%
Total oil0.7–4 mL1.8–2.7 mL
Myrcene30–45%35–49%
Humulene13–19%0–2%
Caryophyllene4–6%6–12%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaAustralia
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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