Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Lubelski
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineCitrusResinHerbal
Only in Lubelski
SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender
Property
| Property | Admiral | Lubelski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 2.5–4% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.5–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 22–35% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 10–14% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | Poland |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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