Fantasia BlendvsBobek
Fantasia Blend (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Fantasia Blend
Alpha acid
4.3–6.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
0.9–1.25 mL
United States
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Fantasia Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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 Fantasia Blend
FruityCaramelCreamNobleStone fruit
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Fantasia Blend | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–6.5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | - | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | - | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.25 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–45% |
| Humulene | - | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | - | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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