Hallertau BlancvsLubelski

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

Hallertau Blanc

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–12%

Beta acid

4–7%

Total oil

0.8–2.2 mL

Germany

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Hallertau Blanc

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Lubelski

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

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Hallertau Blanc

PineappleGooseberryWhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon

Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyHallertau BlancLubelski
Alpha acid9–12%3–5%
Beta acid4–7%2.5–4%
Co-humulone22–35%22–28%
Total oil0.8–2.2 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene50–75%22–35%
Humulene0–3%30–40%
Caryophyllene0–2%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%10–14%
OriginGermanyPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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