Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Junga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Junga
EarthySpicyFruityGrapefruitBlack currant
Property
| Property | Bobek | Junga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 10–14% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 29–34% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1.5–2.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | Poland |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
Fuggle
Galena