Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Saphir
Alpha acid
2–4.5%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–1.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Saphir
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Saphir
SpicyFruityTangerine
Property
| Property | Bobek | Saphir |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 12–17% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.8–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
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