Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
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 McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Lubelski
SpicyMagnoliaLavender
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDank
Property
| Property | Lubelski | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | - |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | - |
| Humulene | 30–40% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | - |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |