LubelskivsStyrian Dragon
Lubelski and Styrian Dragon 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
Styrian Dragon
Alpha acid
6–11%
Beta acid
7.5–8.5%
Total oil
1.5–2.1 mL
Slovenia
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 Styrian Dragon
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Lubelski
SpicyMagnoliaLavender
Only in Styrian Dragon
CitrusGrapefruitLemonBerryRoseTropical
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Styrian Dragon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 6–11% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 7.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 23–24% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 1.5–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 58–63% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 22–33% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 12–16% |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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