LubelskivsStyrian Golding

Lubelski and Styrian Golding 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

Styrian Golding

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

2.5–3.5%

Total oil

0.5–1 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 Golding

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Lubelski

FloralMagnoliaLavender

Only in Styrian Golding

EarthyResinSweetNoble

Property

PropertyLubelskiStyrian Golding
Alpha acid3–5%3.5–6.5%
Beta acid2.5–4%2.5–3.5%
Co-humulone22–28%25–30%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL0.5–1 mL
Myrcene22–35%27–33%
Humulene30–40%34–38%
Caryophyllene6–11%9–11%
Farnesene10–14%2–5%
OriginPolandSlovenia
PurposeAromaAroma

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