Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Aramis
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–1.6 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Aramis
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbalSpicyCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleDelicateLemon
Only in Aramis
GreenGrassyBlack currant
Property
| Property | Liberty | Aramis |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 20–42% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.2–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 38–41% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 19–22% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 2–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Challenger