Eclipse
Alpha acid
15.7–19%
Beta acid
5.9–9%
Total oil
1.8–2.7 mL
Australia
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Eclipse
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- 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
Citrus
Only in Eclipse
PineMandarin
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | Eclipse | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 15.7–19% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5.9–9% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 33–37% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.7 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 35–49% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 0–2% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |