LubelskivsOmega

Lubelski and Omega 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

Omega

Aroma

Alpha acid

9–10%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

United Kingdom

Key differences

When to pick Lubelski

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Omega

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Only in Omega

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Property

PropertyLubelskiOmega
Alpha acid3–5%9–10%
Beta acid2.5–4%3–4%
Co-humulone22–28%29%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL-
Myrcene22–35%52–54%
Humulene30–40%16–18%
Caryophyllene6–11%4–6%
Farnesene10–14%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited Kingdom
PurposeAromaAroma

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