Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Pacifica
Alpha acid
5–6%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Pacifica
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Pacifica
CitrusOrangeMarmaladeHayHoneyTangyZest
Property
| Property | Bobek | Pacifica |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 5–6% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 24–26% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 10–15% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 45–55% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 14–18% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Willamette