Cekin
Alpha acid
6–8%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.65–1.5 mL
Slovenia
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Cekin
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Cekin
Mild
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Cekin | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–8% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–27% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.65–1.5 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 47–48% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 16–17% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 7–8% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Fuggle
Willamette