Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Columbus
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalDelicateLemon
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurryPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Liberty | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |