PetoskeyvsLubelski

Petoskey and Lubelski are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Petoskey

Aroma

Alpha acid

12.1%

Beta acid

6.16%

Total oil

-

United States

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Petoskey

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

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 Petoskey

PungentPineapple

Only in Lubelski

SpicyMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyPetoskeyLubelski
Alpha acid12.1%3–5%
Beta acid6.16%2.5–4%
Co-humulone-22–28%
Total oil-0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene-22–35%
Humulene-30–40%
Caryophyllene-6–11%
Farnesene-10–14%
OriginUnited StatesPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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