LubelskivsTardif de Bourgogne

Lubelski and Tardif de Bourgogne 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

Tardif de Bourgogne

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.2–5.3%

Beta acid

3.1–5.8%

Total oil

0.4–0.9 mL

France

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 Tardif de Bourgogne

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

FloralLavender

Only in Lubelski

SpicyMagnolia

Only in Tardif de Bourgogne

RedberryGreenNobleIncensePineRose

Property

PropertyLubelskiTardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid3–5%2.2–5.3%
Beta acid2.5–4%3.1–5.8%
Co-humulone22–28%20%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL0.4–0.9 mL
Myrcene22–35%-
Humulene30–40%-
Caryophyllene6–11%-
Farnesene10–14%-
OriginPolandFrance
PurposeAromaAroma

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