Saaz (CZ)
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Saaz (CZ)
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Saaz (CZ)
EarthyHerbalMildNoble
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Saaz (CZ) | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 2–5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 23–26% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–40% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 15–30% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 14–20% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Fuggle
Sterling