Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 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 Ernest
- 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
HerbalSpicy
Only in Ernest
GrassyStone fruit
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Ernest | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.4–6.3% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 50–55% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |