DiamantvsBobek

Diamant (aroma) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Diamant

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–7.5%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.5–1.7 mL

Germany

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Diamant

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Diamant

FennelLavenderCitrus

Only in Bobek

PineFloral

Property

PropertyDiamantBobek
Alpha acid7–7.5%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid-4–6.6%
Co-humulone18–20%26–31%
Total oil1.5–1.7 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene-30–45%
Humulene-13–19%
Caryophyllene-4–6%
Farnesene-4–7%
OriginGermanySlovenia
PurposeAromaBittering

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