Pacific JadevsBobek
Pacific Jade (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 mL
New Zealand
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Jade
- 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 essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Pacific Jade
CitrusSpicyHerbalBlack currant
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Pacific Jade | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–14% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.5 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–34% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 32–33% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–11% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Cluster
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