Boadicea
Alpha acid
7.5–10%
Beta acid
3.2–4.5%
Total oil
1.3–2.2 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 Boadicea
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- 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
Floral
Only in Boadicea
BlossomFruity
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Boadicea | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–10% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.2–4.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 23–29% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.3–2.2 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 15–19% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
Green Bullet