AdeenavsLiberty

Adeena (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Adeena

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.8–1.1 mL

United States

Liberty

Bittering

Alpha acid

3–6.5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.6–1.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Adeena

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping

When to pick Liberty

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

HerbalSpicyFloralLemon

Only in Adeena

Pine

Only in Liberty

NobleDelicateCitrus

Property

PropertyAdeenaLiberty
Alpha acid3.5–5%3–6.5%
Beta acid3–4%3–4%
Co-humulone34–38%22–30%
Total oil0.8–1.1 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene27–30%15–25%
Humulene31–45%35–45%
Caryophyllene15–22%10–15%
Farnesene4–7%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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