EroicavsLubelski

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

Eroica

Bittering

Alpha acid

7.3–14.9%

Beta acid

3–5.3%

Total oil

0.8–1.3 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 Eroica

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Lubelski

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Eroica

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Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyEroicaLubelski
Alpha acid7.3–14.9%3–5%
Beta acid3–5.3%2.5–4%
Co-humulone40%22–28%
Total oil0.8–1.3 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene55–65%22–35%
Humulene0–1%30–40%
Caryophyllene7–13%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%10–14%
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeBitteringAroma

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