PalisadevsBobek

Palisade (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 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 Palisade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • 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

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotClean

Only in Bobek

Pine

Property

PropertyPalisadeBobek
Alpha acid5.5–10%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid5.5–8%4–6.6%
Co-humulone24–29%26–31%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene45–55%30–45%
Humulene10–20%13–19%
Caryophyllene8–16%4–6%
Farnesene0–1%4–7%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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