BohemievsLubelski

Bohemie and Lubelski are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Bohemie

  • 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

When to pick Lubelski

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralSpicy

Only in Bohemie

HerbalCitrus

Only in Lubelski

MagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyBohemieLubelski
Alpha acid5–8%3–5%
Beta acid6–9%2.5–4%
Co-humulone23–26%22–28%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene30–45%22–35%
Humulene17–23%30–40%
Caryophyllene7–10%6–11%
Farnesene1–3%10–14%
OriginCzech RepublicPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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