Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Omega
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Omega
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Omega
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Property
| Property | Bobek | Omega |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 9–10% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 29% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 52–54% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Super Galena