BobekvsPalisade

Bobek (bittering) and Palisade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Palisade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • 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 Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotClean

Property

PropertyBobekPalisade
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%5.5–10%
Beta acid4–6.6%5.5–8%
Co-humulone26–31%24–29%
Total oil0.7–4 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene30–45%45–55%
Humulene13–19%10–20%
Caryophyllene4–6%8–16%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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