LubelskivsWai-iti

Lubelski and Wai-iti 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

Wai-iti

Aroma

Alpha acid

2.5–3.5%

Beta acid

4.5–5.5%

Total oil

1.4–1.8 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Lubelski

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Wai-iti

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Lubelski

FloralMagnoliaLavender

Only in Wai-iti

Stone fruitPeachApricotCitrusLimeMandarin

Property

PropertyLubelskiWai-iti
Alpha acid3–5%2.5–3.5%
Beta acid2.5–4%4.5–5.5%
Co-humulone22–28%22–24%
Total oil0.5–1.2 mL1.4–1.8 mL
Myrcene22–35%2–4%
Humulene30–40%27–29%
Caryophyllene6–11%8–10%
Farnesene10–14%12–14%
OriginPolandNew Zealand
PurposeAromaAroma

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