Olicana
Alpha acid
7–9%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
-
United Kingdom
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Olicana
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Olicana
GrapefruitMangoPassion fruit
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Olicana | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–9% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–6% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 28–32% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 19–20% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 8–9% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Willamette