ToyomidorivsBobek
Toyomidori and Bobek are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Toyomidori
Alpha acid
11–13%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Japan
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Toyomidori
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Toyomidori
MildFruityTobaccoGreen
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Property
| Property | Toyomidori | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–13% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–60% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 9–12% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Japan | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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