EpicvsLubelski

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

Epic

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

1.7–2.5%

Total oil

0.4–0.8 mL

United Kingdom

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Epic

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

When to pick Lubelski

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Epic

FruityBerryHerbal

Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyEpicLubelski
Alpha acid3–5%3–5%
Beta acid1.7–2.5%2.5–4%
Co-humulone30–33%22–28%
Total oil0.4–0.8 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene11–12%22–35%
Humulene41–43%30–40%
Caryophyllene1–2%6–11%
Farnesene1–2%10–14%
OriginUnited KingdomPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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