Vic SecretvsBobek
Vic Secret (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Bobek
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pine
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Only in Bobek
Floral
Property
| Property | Vic Secret | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–21.8% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 5.7–8.7% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 51–57% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | 1.9–2.8 mL | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–46% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 9–21% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–15% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | Australia | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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