HersbruckervsLubelski

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

Hersbrucker

Aroma

Alpha acid

1.5–5%

Beta acid

2.5–6%

Total oil

0.5–1.3 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 Hersbrucker

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

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 Hersbrucker

NobleHayOrangeTobacco

Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyHersbruckerLubelski
Alpha acid1.5–5%3–5%
Beta acid2.5–6%2.5–4%
Co-humulone17–25%22–28%
Total oil0.5–1.3 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene15–30%22–35%
Humulene20–30%30–40%
Caryophyllene8–13%6–11%
Farnesene0–1%10–14%
OriginGermanyPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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