Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Jester
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
0.6–1.2 mL
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Jester
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Jester
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Property
| Property | Bobek | Jester |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 7–9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.6–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Cascade