PuławskivsLubelski

Puławski (dual purpose) and Lubelski (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

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

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
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Lubelski

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapayaLemonHerbal

Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyPuławskiLubelski
Alpha acid8–11%3–5%
Beta acid3–4%2.5–4%
Co-humulone26–30%22–28%
Total oil-0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene38–39%22–35%
Humulene24–25%30–40%
Caryophyllene11–13%6–11%
Farnesene-10–14%
OriginPolandPoland
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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