BohemievsBouclier

Bohemie and Bouclier are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

Bouclier

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.8–8.5%

Beta acid

2.4–3.3%

Total oil

1.1–1.6 mL

France

Key differences

When to pick Bohemie

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Bouclier

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

HerbalCitrusSpicy

Only in Bohemie

Floral

Only in Bouclier

Grassy

Property

PropertyBohemieBouclier
Alpha acid5–8%3.8–8.5%
Beta acid6–9%2.4–3.3%
Co-humulone23–26%42–47%
Total oil1–1.5 mL1.1–1.6 mL
Myrcene30–45%37–39%
Humulene17–23%33–35%
Caryophyllene7–10%3–4%
Farnesene1–3%-
OriginCzech RepublicFrance
PurposeAromaAroma