SabrovsBobek

Sabro (aroma) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Sabro

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–17%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

1.8–3.5 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 Sabro

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Bobek

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Sabro

CitrusTangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCreamHerbal

Only in Bobek

PineFloral

Property

PropertySabroBobek
Alpha acid12–17%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid4–7%4–6.6%
Co-humulone20–24%26–31%
Total oil1.8–3.5 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene50–68%30–45%
Humulene7–14%13–19%
Caryophyllene7–11%4–6%
Farnesene0–1%4–7%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeAromaBittering

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