Pacific SunrisevsBobek
Pacific Sunrise and Bobek are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Pacific Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Sunrise
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineFloral
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyLemonOrangeMangoMelon
Only in Bobek
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Property
| Property | Pacific Sunrise | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12.5–14.5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 27–30% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2.5 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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