Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Amarillo
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyCitrusLemon
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalDelicate
Only in Amarillo
TropicalOrangeMelonApricotPeachGrapefruitDank
Property
| Property | Liberty | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–9% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |