McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Lubelski
Alpha acid
3–5%
Beta acid
2.5–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.2 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Lubelski
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitLemonNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDank
Only in Lubelski
SpicyMagnoliaLavender
Property
| Property | McKenzie | Lubelski |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–11% | 3–5% |
| Beta acid | 8–9% | 2.5–4% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.5–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 22–35% |
| Humulene | - | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 6–11% |
| Farnesene | - | 10–14% |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |