Saaz Late
Alpha acid
3.5–6%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 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 Late
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
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 Late
EarthyHerbal
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Saaz Late | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 15–20% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Fuggle
Willamette