BobekvsWalhalla

Bobek (bittering) and Walhalla (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

Walhalla

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.97–10%

Beta acid

3.75–6%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Walhalla

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Bobek

PineFloral

Only in Walhalla

CitrusGarlicGrassyHerbal

Property

PropertyBobekWalhalla
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%5.97–10%
Beta acid4–6.6%3.75–6%
Co-humulone26–31%-
Total oil0.7–4 mL-
Myrcene30–45%-
Humulene13–19%-
Caryophyllene4–6%-
Farnesene4–7%-
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeBitteringAroma

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