Sovereign
Alpha acid
4.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.1–3.1%
Total oil
0.6–1 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 Sovereign
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sovereign
MintFruityGrassyHerbalPear
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Sovereign | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.5–6.5% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.1–3.1% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 26–30% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–31% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 20–27% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–9% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 3–4% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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