BobekvsJarrylo

Bobek (bittering) and Jarrylo (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Jarrylo

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17%

Beta acid

6–7.5%

Total oil

3.6–4.3 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Jarrylo

  • 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
  • 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 Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Property

PropertyBobekJarrylo
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%15–17%
Beta acid4–6.6%6–7.5%
Co-humulone26–31%34–37%
Total oil0.7–4 mL3.6–4.3 mL
Myrcene30–45%40–55%
Humulene13–19%15–18%
Caryophyllene4–6%8–11%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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