LubelskivsStyrian Kolibri
Lubelski and Styrian Kolibri 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 Kolibri
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2.8–5.4%
Total oil
1–2 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 Kolibri
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Lubelski
SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender
Only in Styrian Kolibri
ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Styrian Kolibri |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 4–6% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 2.8–5.4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 21–25% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 31–38% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | 25–27% |
| Origin | Poland | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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