Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Fuggle
Alpha acid
2.4–6.1%
Beta acid
2.1–3.5%
Total oil
0.44–1 mL
United Kingdom
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 Fuggle
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Fuggle
WoodyGrassyMintMild
Property
| Property | Liberty | Fuggle |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 2.4–6.1% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.1–3.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 25–32% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.44–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 11–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Styrian Golding