BobekvsHersbrucker
Bobek (bittering) and Hersbrucker (aroma) 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
Hersbrucker
Alpha acid
1.5–5%
Beta acid
2.5–6%
Total oil
0.5–1.3 mL
Germany
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 Hersbrucker
- 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 Hersbrucker
NobleHayOrangeTobacco
Property
| Property | Bobek | Hersbrucker |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 1.5–5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 2.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 17–25% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.5–1.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 15–30% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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