ContessavsLubelski

Contessa (bittering) and Lubelski (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Contessa

Bittering

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

5–7.4%

Total oil

0.8–1.9 mL

United States

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Contessa

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Lubelski

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Contessa

GreenLemongrassPear

Only in Lubelski

SpicyMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyContessaLubelski
Alpha acid3–5%3–5%
Beta acid5–7.4%2.5–4%
Co-humulone29–32%22–28%
Total oil0.8–1.9 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene-22–35%
Humulene-30–40%
Caryophyllene-6–11%
Farnesene-10–14%
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeBitteringAroma

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