BobekvsGalaxy

Bobek (bittering) and Galaxy (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

Galaxy

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

5–9%

Total oil

1.8–5 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Galaxy

  • 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
  • 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 Galaxy

Passion fruitCitrusPeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank

Property

PropertyBobekGalaxy
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%11–16%
Beta acid4–6.6%5–9%
Co-humulone26–31%32–42%
Total oil0.7–4 mL1.8–5 mL
Myrcene30–45%33–69%
Humulene13–19%1–2%
Caryophyllene4–6%7–13%
Farnesene4–7%3–5%
OriginSloveniaAustralia
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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