Epic
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
1.7–2.5%
Total oil
0.4–0.8 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 Epic
- 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 Epic
FruityBerryHerbal
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Epic | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 1.7–2.5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 30–33% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.8 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 11–12% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 41–43% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 1–2% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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