Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Godiva
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
1.9–3%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Godiva
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Godiva
SpicyTangerineGooseberryWhite
Property
| Property | Bobek | Godiva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 1.9–3% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 25–29% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.4–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | UK |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Hallertau Blanc
Wai-iti