Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 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 Lambic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Lambic
GrassySpicyWoody
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Lambic | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–2% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–45% |
| Humulene | - | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | - | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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