Dana
Alpha acid
7.2–13%
Beta acid
2.7–6%
Total oil
0.9–1.6 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 Dana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralPine
Only in Dana
Citrus
Only in Bobek
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Property
| Property | Dana | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.2–13% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–6% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–31% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.6 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–53% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–8% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 6–9% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Slovenia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Fuggle
Willamette