PuławskivsEkuanot

Puławski (dual purpose) and Ekuanot (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

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Puławski

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Ekuanot

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PapayaLemonHerbal

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClove

Only in Ekuanot

LimeOrangeTropicalBerryAppleSageEucalyptusMelonCitrusGuava

Property

PropertyPuławskiEkuanot
Alpha acid8–11%13–15.5%
Beta acid3–4%4–5.5%
Co-humulone26–30%31–38%
Total oil-2–4.5 mL
Myrcene38–39%30–45%
Humulene24–25%12–20%
Caryophyllene11–13%8–12%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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