Zenith
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Zenith
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Bobek
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Zenith
Citrus
Only in Bobek
Pine
Property
| Property | Zenith | Bobek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 3.5–9.3% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 4–6.6% |
| Co-humulone | 25% | 26–31% |
| Total oil | - | 0.7–4 mL |
| Myrcene | 51–53% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 18–20% | 13–19% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–7% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |
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