BobekvsYakima Cluster
Bobek and Yakima Cluster are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Yakima Cluster
Alpha acid
4.4–9.8%
Beta acid
3–6.1%
Total oil
0.24–0.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
When to pick Yakima Cluster
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Bobek
Pine
Only in Yakima Cluster
EarthySweetFruity
Property
| Property | Bobek | Yakima Cluster |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 4.4–9.8% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | 3–6.1% |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 39–42% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 0.24–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 13–19% | 17–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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