Barbe RougevsLiberty
Barbe Rouge (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Barbe Rouge
Alpha acid
3.8–10%
Beta acid
3.3–4.6%
Total oil
1.1–3 mL
France
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Barbe Rouge
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloralHerbal
Only in Barbe Rouge
KumquatOrangeLimeRedcurrantStrawberryRaspberryBerry
Only in Liberty
NobleSpicyDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | Barbe Rouge | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–10% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.3–4.6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 24–28% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.1–3 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–60% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 15–25% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 2–4% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |