Emerald SpirevsLiberty
Emerald Spire (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Emerald Spire
Alpha acid
8.6–13%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
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 Emerald Spire
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Emerald Spire
PeachFruityWhiteGrapesWatermelonBubbleMelonHoneydew
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Emerald Spire | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.6–13% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–4.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 38–39% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 36–37% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 10–11% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–8% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |