LubelskivsMackinac

Lubelski and Mackinac 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

Mackinac

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–14%

Beta acid

2.8–4%

Total oil

1.5–2.2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Lubelski

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Mackinac

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyFloral

Only in Lubelski

MagnoliaLavender

Only in Mackinac

TropicalCitrusMelonPapayaBlack currant

Property

PropertyLubelskiMackinac
Alpha acid3–5%9–14%
Beta acid2.5–4%2.8–4%
Co-humulone22–28%28–35%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL1.5–2.2 mL
Myrcene22–35%15–17%
Humulene30–40%11–12%
Caryophyllene6–11%4–5%
Farnesene10–14%1–2%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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