Aurora
Alpha acid
6.5–13%
Beta acid
2.7–5.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.8 mL
Slovenia
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Aurora
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyNoble
Only in Aurora
Lemongrass
Only in Liberty
HerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Aurora | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–13% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–26% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.8 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 20–25% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 20–25% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–9% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 5–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |