Admiral
Alpha acid
13–16.2%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1–1.7 mL
United Kingdom
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Admiral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Liberty
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbal
Only in Admiral
OrangeTeaFreshPineResin
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralSpicyDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | Admiral | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–16.2% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 37–45% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.7 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 39–48% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 23–26% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–8% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–2% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |