JarrylovsBobek

Jarrylo (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Jarrylo

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

15–17%

Beta acid

6–7.5%

Total oil

3.6–4.3 mL

United States

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Jarrylo

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • 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

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Jarrylo

LemonLimeOrangePearSpicyBananaWhite

Only in Bobek

PineFloral

Property

PropertyJarryloBobek
Alpha acid15–17%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid6–7.5%4–6.6%
Co-humulone34–37%26–31%
Total oil3.6–4.3 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene40–55%30–45%
Humulene15–18%13–19%
Caryophyllene8–11%4–6%
Farnesene0–1%4–7%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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