BohemievsLiberty

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

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

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 Bohemie

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • 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

HerbalFloralCitrusSpicy

Only in Bohemie

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Only in Liberty

NobleDelicateLemon

Property

PropertyBohemieLiberty
Alpha acid5–8%3–6.5%
Beta acid6–9%3–4%
Co-humulone23–26%22–30%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene30–45%15–25%
Humulene17–23%35–45%
Caryophyllene7–10%10–15%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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