Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Lubelski
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Belma
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Lubelski
SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonStrawberryPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Belma |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 8.5–12.1% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 65–68% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | - |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |