ZeniavsBobek

Zenia (dual purpose) and Bobek (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Zenia

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–14%

Beta acid

4.4–5.1%

Total oil

0.7–2.5 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 Zenia

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Bobek

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Pine

Only in Zenia

DankResinOrangeOnionCitrusFruityMarmaladeGarlic

Only in Bobek

Floral

Property

PropertyZeniaBobek
Alpha acid11–14%3.5–9.3%
Beta acid4.4–5.1%4–6.6%
Co-humulone-26–31%
Total oil0.7–2.5 mL0.7–4 mL
Myrcene-30–45%
Humulene-13–19%
Caryophyllene-4–6%
Farnesene-4–7%
OriginUnited StatesSlovenia
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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