Southern BrewervsBobek
Southern Brewer and Bobek are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Southern Brewer
Alpha acid
8–12%
Beta acid
2.5–5%
Total oil
0.4–1.5 mL
South Africa
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Southern Brewer
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Southern Brewer
EarthyWoody
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Southern Brewer | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–12% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 38–41% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1.5 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 30–45% |
| Humulene | - | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | - | 4–7% |
| Origin | South Africa | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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