BobekvsVic Secret
Bobek (bittering) and Vic Secret (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
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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 Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Bobek | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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