PuławskivsAdeena

Puławski (dual purpose) and Adeena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

Adeena

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.8–1.1 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Puławski

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Adeena

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonHerbal

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapaya

Only in Adeena

SpicyFloralPine

Property

PropertyPuławskiAdeena
Alpha acid8–11%3.5–5%
Beta acid3–4%3–4%
Co-humulone26–30%34–38%
Total oil-0.8–1.1 mL
Myrcene38–39%27–30%
Humulene24–25%31–45%
Caryophyllene11–13%15–22%
Farnesene-4–7%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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