BobekvsSouthern Cross
Bobek (bittering) and Southern Cross (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
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Southern Cross
- 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 Southern Cross
LemonLimeSpicyCitrusTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Bobek | Southern Cross |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 11–14% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 25–28% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1.2–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 31–55% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 13–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 6–8% |
| Origin | Slovenia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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