BobekvsYQH-1380

Bobek (bittering) and YQH-1380 (dual purpose) 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

YQH-1380

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

9.3–11%

Beta acid

6.8–7%

Total oil

1.3–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick YQH-1380

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • 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 YQH-1380

PineappleGuavaLimePeachOrange

Property

PropertyBobekYQH-1380
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%9.3–11%
Beta acid4–6.6%6.8–7%
Co-humulone26–31%32–33%
Total oil0.7–4 mL1.3–2 mL
Myrcene30–45%67–68%
Humulene13–19%9–10%
Caryophyllene4–6%4–5%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginSloveniaUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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