Lambic
Alpha acid
1–2%
Beta acid
2.8–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 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 Lambic
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Lambic
GrassyWoody
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Lambic | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 1–2% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.8–5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 29–35% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | - | 15–25% |
| Humulene | - | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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