Omega
Alpha acid
9–10%
Beta acid
3–4%
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 Omega
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Bobek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Omega
-
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Omega | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–10% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 29% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 52–54% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 16–18% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Super Galena