BobekvsPetit Blanc
Bobek (bittering) and Petit Blanc (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
Petit Blanc
Alpha acid
2–4%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.5–0.8 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Petit Blanc
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Petit Blanc
CherryMelonPapayaGreenLilac
Property
| Property | Bobek | Petit Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 2–4% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 15% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.5–0.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Willamette