Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Tango
Alpha acid
7.5–11%
Beta acid
7.5–10%
Total oil
2.4–4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Tango
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Tango
Passion fruitPineappleSpicyCitrus
Property
| Property | Bobek | Tango |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 7.5–11% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 7.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 19–25% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 2.4–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Fuggle
Willamette