LubelskivsGolding

Lubelski and Golding 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

Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2–3%

Total oil

0.4–1 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 Golding

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Lubelski

SpicyMagnoliaLavender

Only in Golding

DelicateSweet

Property

PropertyLubelskiGolding
Alpha acid3–5%4–6%
Beta acid2.5–4%2–3%
Co-humulone22–28%20%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL0.4–1 mL
Myrcene22–35%25–35%
Humulene30–40%35–45%
Caryophyllene6–11%13–16%
Farnesene10–14%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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