LubelskivsVic Secret
Lubelski (aroma) and Vic Secret (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Lubelski
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Vic Secret
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Lubelski
SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitHerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Lubelski | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–5% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–4% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–28% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.2 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–35% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 30–40% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–11% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 10–14% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |
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