Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Lubelski
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Ahtanum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Lubelski
SpicyMagnoliaLavender
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGrapefruitGeraniumPineEarthyCedarLemon
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Ahtanum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 3.5–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 4–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 30–35% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 0.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 15–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |