Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 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 Horizon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- 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
FloralFloral
Only in Horizon
CitrusSpicy
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Horizon | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.8–12% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 5.5–7.5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 16–19% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.5 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–14% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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