LubelskivsPacific Crest

Lubelski and Pacific Crest 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

Pacific Crest

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.9%

Beta acid

3%

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 Pacific Crest

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

SpicyFloral

Only in Lubelski

MagnoliaLavender

Only in Pacific Crest

NobleTobaccoEarthyGrassyHerbalPine

Property

PropertyLubelskiPacific Crest
Alpha acid3–5%3.9%
Beta acid2.5–4%3%
Co-humulone22–28%27%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL-
Myrcene22–35%45–55%
Humulene30–40%19–21%
Caryophyllene6–11%6–10%
Farnesene10–14%0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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