First GoldvsLiberty
First Gold (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
First Gold
Alpha acid
5.6–10%
Beta acid
2.3–4.1%
Total oil
0.7–1.5 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 First Gold
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalHerbalSpicyFloral
Only in First Gold
TangerineApricotMagnoliaRedberryOrange
Only in Liberty
NobleDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | First Gold | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–10% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.3–4.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.5 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 24–28% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 20–24% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–7% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |