LubelskivsSitiva Blend
Lubelski and Sitiva Blend 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
Sitiva Blend
Alpha acid
7.2–7.6%
Beta acid
4.2–4.5%
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 Sitiva Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Lubelski
SpicyMagnoliaLavender
Only in Sitiva Blend
Stone fruitPeachLime
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Sitiva Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 7.2–7.6% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 27–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 50–58% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 10–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | - |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | 9–10% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |