LubelskivsOld Mission

Lubelski and Old Mission 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

Old Mission

Aroma

Alpha acid

4.33%

Beta acid

3.7%

Total oil

-

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 Old Mission

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Lubelski

FloralMagnoliaLavender

Only in Old Mission

CitrusPineHerbalBlack currantTart

Property

PropertyLubelskiOld Mission
Alpha acid3–5%4.33%
Beta acid2.5–4%3.7%
Co-humulone22–28%-
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL-
Myrcene22–35%-
Humulene30–40%-
Caryophyllene6–11%-
Farnesene10–14%-
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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