Phoenix
Alpha acid
8–13.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–3 mL
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 Phoenix
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralPine
Only in Phoenix
MolassesChocolateSpicy
Only in Bobek
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Property
| Property | Phoenix | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–13.5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–5.5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 24–33% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.2–3 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 23–25% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 29–31% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–12% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 1–2% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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