BobekvsSouthern Promise
Bobek (bittering) and Southern Promise (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 Promise
Alpha acid
9.5–14.5%
Beta acid
3.6–5.8%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Southern Promise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Southern Promise
HerbalFruityWoodyBerryCitrus
Property
| Property | Bobek | Southern Promise |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 9.5–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 3.6–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 20–22% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.7–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 21–25% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 23–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | South Africa |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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