Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Harlequin
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Harlequin
Passion fruitPeachPineapple
Property
| Property | Bobek | Harlequin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 4–6% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 9–11% |
| Origin | Slovenia | UK |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Mosaic