BobekvsSorachi Ace
Bobek (bittering) and Sorachi Ace (dual purpose) 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
Sorachi Ace
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
6–8%
Total oil
1–3 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Sorachi Ace
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Sorachi Ace
LemonDillWoodyTobaccoCitrusHerbal
Property
| Property | Bobek | Sorachi Ace |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 6–8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 23–28% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 20–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 2–5% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Japan |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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