Golding
Alpha acid
4–6%
Beta acid
2–3%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
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 Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralDelicate
Only in Golding
Sweet
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Golding | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–6% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2–3% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–1 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 25–35% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 13–16% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Fuggle
Styrian Golding