Caliente
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4.3%
Total oil
-
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 Caliente
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- 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 Caliente
CitrusPeachPineStone fruitMandarinLemonZest
Only in Lubelski
SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender
Property
| Property | Caliente | Lubelski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3% | 2.5–4% |
| Co-humulone | 35% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | - | 0.5–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 22–35% |
| Humulene | - | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 10–14% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |