BohemievsBobek

Bohemie (aroma) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Bohemie

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Bobek

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Bohemie

HerbalCitrusSpicy

Only in Bobek

Pine

Property

PropertyBohemieBobek
Alpha acid5–8%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid6–9%4–6.6%
Co-humulone23–26%26–31%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene30–45%30–45%
Humulene17–23%13–19%
Caryophyllene7–10%4–6%
Farnesene1–3%4–7%
OriginCzech RepublicSlovenia
PurposeAromaBittering

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