Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 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 Marynka
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceLemonGrapefruitAniseEarthyHerbalCitrus
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Marynka | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Poland | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Fuggle
Tettnanger
Willamette