Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Chelan
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Chelan
CitrusFruityMild
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Chelan | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 8.5–10% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 33–35% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.5–1.9 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 12–15% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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