Styrian KolibrivsLubelski

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

Styrian Kolibri

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–6%

Beta acid

2.8–5.4%

Total oil

1–2 mL

Slovenia

Lubelski

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5%

Beta acid

2.5–4%

Total oil

0.5–1.2 mL

Poland

Key differences

When to pick Styrian Kolibri

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • 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

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Styrian Kolibri

ElderflowerBlack currantGreenGrassCannabisPineapple

Only in Lubelski

SpicyFloralMagnoliaLavender

Property

PropertyStyrian KolibriLubelski
Alpha acid4–6%3–5%
Beta acid2.8–5.4%2.5–4%
Co-humulone21–25%22–28%
Total oil1–2 mL0.5–1.2 mL
Myrcene31–38%22–35%
Humulene16–21%30–40%
Caryophyllene5–7%6–11%
Farnesene25–27%10–14%
OriginSloveniaPoland
PurposeAromaAroma

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