BobekvsHallertau Taurus
Bobek (bittering) and Hallertau Taurus (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
Hallertau Taurus
Alpha acid
12–17.9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.5 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Hallertau Taurus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Hallertau Taurus
ChocolateBananaSpicyPepperCurryEarthy
Property
| Property | Bobek | Hallertau Taurus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 12–17.9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 20–25% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.9–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 29–31% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 30–31% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 7–9% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Citra
Hallertau Tradition