Buzz BulletsvsLiberty
Buzz Bullets (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Buzz Bullets
Alpha acid
8–10%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
-
United States
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Buzz Bullets
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
CitrusFloral
Only in Buzz Bullets
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Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | Buzz Bullets | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8–10% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–25% |
| Humulene | - | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |