BRU-1
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
1.5–2 mL
United States
Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick BRU-1
- 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
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in BRU-1
PineappleGreenFruity
Only in Lubelski
SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender
Property
| Property | BRU-1 | Lubelski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 8–10% | 2.5–4% |
| Co-humulone | 35–37% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.5–2 mL | 0.5–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–55% | 22–35% |
| Humulene | 7–8% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 10–14% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |