Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Rakau
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Rakau
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Pine
Only in Bobek
Floral
Only in Rakau
Stone fruitFigFruityApricotResin
Property
| Property | Bobek | Rakau |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 23–25% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 55–57% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 4–5% |
| Origin | Slovenia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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