Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
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
When to pick Liberty
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Liberty
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Property
| Property | Bobek | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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