LubelskivsMount Hood
Lubelski and Mount Hood are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 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 Mount Hood
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Lubelski
FloralMagnoliaLavender
Only in Mount Hood
NobleHerbalPungent
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Mount Hood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 3.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 1.2–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 12–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 7–16% |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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