HBC 472
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1.3–3 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 HBC 472
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in HBC 472
WoodyEarthyCoconutFruityCitrusGrapefruitWhiskey
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | HBC 472 | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 40–45% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.3–3 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–45% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 0.5–2% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–32% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 3–6% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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