BobekvsPacific Crest
Bobek (bittering) and Pacific Crest (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineFloral
Only in Bobek
-
Only in Pacific Crest
NobleTobaccoEarthyGrassySpicyHerbal
Property
| Property | Bobek | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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