Flyer
Alpha acid
8.3–14.5%
Beta acid
4.1–6%
Total oil
-
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 Flyer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- 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 Flyer
SpicyCitrusLicoriceResinCaramel
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Flyer | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.3–14.5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 4.1–6% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–35% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 17–25% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 22–23% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Willamette