Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Helga
Alpha acid
5.4–7.3%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
0.6–1 mL
Australia
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 Helga
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Helga
Noble
Property
| Property | Bobek | Helga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 5.4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 20–23% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.6–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 1–13% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 35–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 10–45% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Willamette