Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Delta
Alpha acid
5.5–7%
Beta acid
5.5–7%
Total oil
0.5–1.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Delta
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalDelicateLemon
Only in Delta
Melon
Property
| Property | Liberty | Delta |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 5.5–7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5.5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 22–24% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.5–1.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 25–35% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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