Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
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 Sylva
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Lubelski
SpicyMagnoliaLavender
Only in Sylva
BohemianHoppyWoody
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Sylva |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 4–7.3% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 3–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 0.9–1.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 26–36% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 18–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | 22–28% |
| Origin | Poland | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
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