Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Junga
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Junga
EarthySpicyFruityGrapefruitBlack currant
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Junga | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–14% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 5–8% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–34% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.6 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–45% |
| Humulene | - | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | - | 4–7% |
| Origin | Poland | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
Fuggle
Galena