BobekvsTalus

Bobek (bittering) and Talus (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Talus

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.1–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.7 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Talus

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PineFloral

Only in Bobek

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Only in Talus

GrapefruitCitrusRoseResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody

Property

PropertyBobekTalus
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%8.1–9.5%
Beta acid4–6.6%8.3–10.2%
Co-humulone26–31%34–39%
Total oil0.7–4 mL1–2.7 mL
Myrcene30–45%40–50%
Humulene13–19%16–21%
Caryophyllene4–6%9–13%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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