FugglevsLubelski

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

Fuggle

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.4–6.1%

Beta acid

2.1–3.5%

Total oil

0.44–1 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 Fuggle

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

When to pick Lubelski

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Fuggle

WoodyGrassyMintMild

Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyFuggleLubelski
Alpha acid2.4–6.1%3–5%
Beta acid2.1–3.5%2.5–4%
Co-humulone25–32%22–28%
Total oil0.44–1 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene15–25%22–35%
Humulene30–40%30–40%
Caryophyllene11–15%6–11%
Farnesene5–8%10–14%
OriginUnited KingdomPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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