Dr. Rudi
Alpha acid
10–12%
Beta acid
7–8.5%
Total oil
1.3–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Dr. Rudi
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Lubelski
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Dr. Rudi
ResinPineLemongrass
Only in Lubelski
SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender
Property
| Property | Dr. Rudi | Lubelski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–12% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 7–8.5% | 2.5–4% |
| Co-humulone | 36–39% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 1.3–1.6 mL | 0.5–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–30% | 22–35% |
| Humulene | 33–34% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 10–14% |
| Origin | New Zealand | Poland |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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