Pulawski Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Puławski is a captivating "New Wave" aroma hop that is redefining the landscape of traditional Polish brewing. Developed at the IUNG Institute as a modern daughter of the legendary Lubelski variety, it serves as a bridge between old-world European elegance and modern aromatic intensity. While it is technically classified as a dual-purpose hop, its pungent and complex character makes it a favorite for aroma-driven additions. Released in 2012, Puławski offers brewers a unique "New World" personality while remaining deeply rooted in the heritage of the Lublin hop-growing region, providing a resilient, high-performing alternative for innovative pilsners and experimental ales.

The sensory profile of Puławski is a sophisticated and surprising arrangement of tropical fruit and noble spice. It leads with a primary, "saturated" bouquet of white wine grapes and ripe papaya, followed by a complex secondary layer of clove, black pepper, and fresh wildflowers. As the profile develops, brewers will find subtle hints of lemon zest and a soft, herbal earthiness that pays homage to its Lubelski parentage. Thanks to its relatively high oil content and balanced chemical composition, Puławski delivers a clean, smooth bitterness and a vibrant finish, making it the definitive choice for those seeking a refined, "juicy" fruit impact with a touch of continental spice.

Substitution Tip

If you can't find Pulawski, the best alternatives are Hallertau Blanc, Lubelski, or Nelson Sauvin™.

At A Glance

Profile Tropical Fruit, Spicy, White Wine Grapes, Papaya, Clove, Black Pepper, Fresh Wildflowers, Lemon Zest, Herbal Earthiness
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 6.5 - 11.0%
Substitutes Hallertau Blanc, Lubelski, Nelson Sauvin™
Pairs with Hallertau Blanc (to double down on the white wine and grape notes), Lubelski (to amplify the herbal-noble character), Marynka (for a clean Polish bittering foundation)
Beer Styles Polish Pilsner, Wheat Beer, Pale Ale, Saison, Grodziskie

General Information

Country Poland
Storage Stability
Good

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 6.5 - 11.0%
Beta Acid 2.8 - 4.0%
Cohumulone 26.0 - 30.0%
Total Oil 1.7 - 2.1 ml/100g
Myrcene 38.0 - 48.0%
Humulene 22.0 - 25.0%
Caryophyllene 12.0 - 12.5%
Farnesene 0.8 - 7.5%
Linalool 0.5 - 0.6%
B-Pinene ~0.8%
Geraniol ~0.1%
Selinene ~1.2%

Growth & Cultivation

Yield Consistently high
Maturity Mid-season
Resistant Downy Mildew, Powdery Mildew
Growth Rate High
Cones Medium-sized, oval, and very dense. The cones are notable for their high lupulin saturation and a pu
Ease of Harvest Excellent; specifically selected for suitability with modern mechanical harvesting equipment and eff
Sex Female
Leaf Color Medium green
Side Arm Length 20" - 30"

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Black Pepper Clove Earthy Fresh Wildflower Herbal Lemon Zest Papaya Spicy Tropical Fruit White Wine Grapes
Variety Name
Hallertau Blanc Lubelski Marynka Nelson Sauvin
Beer Style
Grodziskie Pale Ale Polish Pilsner Saison Wheat Beer
Usage
Dual: Aroma And Bittering
Origin
Poland
Breeding/Supplier
Iung
Last Updated
  • 2026-04-08 14:48:41
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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.