HarmonievsLiberty

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

Harmonie

Aroma

Alpha acid

4–8%

Beta acid

5–8%

Total oil

0.9–1.4 mL

Czech Republic

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 Harmonie

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Harmonie

BananaCaramelGreenApricot

Only in Liberty

NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon

Property

PropertyHarmonieLiberty
Alpha acid4–8%3–6.5%
Beta acid5–8%3–4%
Co-humulone19–22%22–30%
Total oil0.9–1.4 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene30–40%15–25%
Humulene10–20%35–45%
Caryophyllene6–11%10–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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