Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Motueka
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLimeLemonTropical
Property
| Property | Bobek | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 12–13% |
| Origin | Slovenia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Sterling