Evergreen BlendvsLiberty

Evergreen Blend (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Evergreen Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

7–7.5%

Beta acid

4.3–4.5%

Total oil

-

United States

Liberty

Bittering

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

PropertyEvergreen BlendLiberty
Alpha acid7–7.5%3–6.5%
Beta acid4.3–4.5%3–4%
Co-humulone-22–30%
Total oil-0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene30–32%15–25%
Humulene20–22%35–45%
Caryophyllene10–12%10–15%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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