Evergreen BlendvsLiberty
Evergreen Blend (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Evergreen Blend
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
4.3–4.5%
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 Evergreen Blend
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lemon
Only in Evergreen Blend
PeachApricotGreenWatermelonTangerine
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrus
Property
| Property | Evergreen Blend | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–7.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–4.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | - | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–32% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 20–22% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–12% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |