BobekvsTardif de Bourgogne
Bobek (bittering) and Tardif de Bourgogne (aroma) 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
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
- 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 Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenNobleIncenseRoseLavender
Property
| Property | Bobek | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Willamette