BobekvsZagrava

Bobek (bittering) and Zagrava (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

Zagrava

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

4–7%

Beta acid

8–12%

Total oil

2–3 mL

Ukraine

Key differences

When to pick Bobek

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Zagrava

  • 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

Floral

Only in Bobek

Pine

Only in Zagrava

HerbalSpicyFruity

Property

PropertyBobekZagrava
Alpha acid3.5–9.3%4–7%
Beta acid4–6.6%8–12%
Co-humulone26–31%24–28%
Total oil0.7–4 mL2–3 mL
Myrcene30–45%30–50%
Humulene13–19%14–16%
Caryophyllene4–6%7–8%
Farnesene4–7%12–18%
OriginSloveniaUkraine
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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