BobekvsKazbek

Bobek (bittering) and Kazbek (aroma) 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

Kazbek

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

4–6%

Total oil

0.9–1.8 mL

Czech Republic

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Kazbek

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Bobek

PineFloral

Only in Kazbek

SpicyLemon

Property

PropertyBobekKazbek
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%5–8%
Beta acid4–6.6%4–6%
Co-humulone26–31%35–40%
Total oil0.7–4 mL0.9–1.8 mL
Myrcene30–45%40–55%
Humulene13–19%20–35%
Caryophyllene4–6%10–15%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaCzech Republic
PurposeBitteringAroma

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