LubelskivsSpalt

Lubelski and Spalt 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

Spalt

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–5.7%

Beta acid

3–5%

Total oil

0.5–0.9 mL

Germany

Key differences

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Lubelski

SpicyMagnoliaLavender

Only in Spalt

NobleEarthyHerbal

Property

PropertyLubelskiSpalt
Alpha acid3–5%2.5–5.7%
Beta acid2.5–4%3–5%
Co-humulone22–28%22–29%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL0.5–0.9 mL
Myrcene22–35%20–35%
Humulene30–40%20–30%
Caryophyllene6–11%8–13%
Farnesene10–14%12–18%
OriginPolandGermany
PurposeAromaAroma

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