Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Elixir
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTropicalTangerineOrangeSandalwoodSpicy
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Elixir | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | France | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |