HelgavsLubelski

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

Helga

Aroma

Alpha acid

5.4–7.3%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

0.6–1 mL

Australia

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Helga

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Lubelski

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Helga

Noble

Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyHelgaLubelski
Alpha acid5.4–7.3%3–5%
Beta acid5–7%2.5–4%
Co-humulone20–23%22–28%
Total oil0.6–1 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene1–13%22–35%
Humulene35–55%30–40%
Caryophyllene10–45%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%10–14%
OriginAustraliaPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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