Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- 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
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Golding
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Golding
DelicateSweet
Property
| Property | Bobek | Golding |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 2–3% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 25–35% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 13–16% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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