GrungeistvsLubelski

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

Grungeist

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.9%

Beta acid

9%

Total oil

-

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 Grungeist

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Lubelski

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralLavender

Only in Grungeist

KiwiPeachPassion fruitLemonZest

Only in Lubelski

SpicyMagnolia

Property

PropertyGrungeistLubelski
Alpha acid2.9%3–5%
Beta acid9%2.5–4%
Co-humulone19.2%22–28%
Total oil-0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene-22–35%
Humulene-30–40%
Caryophyllene-6–11%
Farnesene-10–14%
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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