LubelskivsAmarillo

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

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

Amarillo

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–11%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

1–2.3 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 Amarillo

  • 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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyFloral

Only in Lubelski

MagnoliaLavender

Only in Amarillo

TropicalCitrusOrangeLemonMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank

Property

PropertyLubelskiAmarillo
Alpha acid3–5%7–11%
Beta acid2.5–4%5.5–8%
Co-humulone22–28%21–24%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL1–2.3 mL
Myrcene22–35%40–70%
Humulene30–40%19–24%
Caryophyllene6–11%7–10%
Farnesene10–14%6–9%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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