Defender
Alpha acid
3.3–6%
Beta acid
1.1–2.5%
Total oil
0.28–0.98 mL
United Kingdom
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Defender
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Defender
Pleasant
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Defender | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.3–6% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 1.1–2.5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–32% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.28–0.98 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–32% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 34–36% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–15% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Willamette