PahtovsBobek

Pahto and Bobek are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Pahto

Bittering

Alpha acid

17–20%

Beta acid

4.5–6%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Bobek

Bittering

Alpha acid

3.5–9.3%

Beta acid

4–6.6%

Total oil

0.7–4 mL

Slovenia

Key differences

When to pick Pahto

  • 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

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Pahto

NeutralHerbalEarthyCleanSmooth

Only in Bobek

PineFloral

Property

PropertyPahtoBobek
Alpha acid17–20%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid4.5–6%4–6.6%
Co-humulone26–32%26–31%
Total oil1–2.5 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene58–72%30–45%
Humulene8–11%13–19%
Caryophyllene3–6%4–6%
Farnesene0–1%4–7%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeBitteringBittering

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