BobekvsFantasia Blend
Bobek (bittering) and Fantasia Blend (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
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 Fantasia Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Fantasia Blend
FruityCaramelCreamNobleStone fruit
Property
| Property | Bobek | Fantasia Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | - |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | - |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.9–1.25 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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