HORT9909
Alpha acid
6–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
-
New Zealand
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick HORT9909
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in HORT9909
LimeHaySweetSpicyCitrusLemonNobleBlack currant
Only in Bobek
Floral
Property
| Property | HORT9909 | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–10% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–29% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 49–51% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 11–13% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Fuggle
Willamette