Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Herkules
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.4–2.4 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Herkules
- 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 profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Herkules
Melon
Property
| Property | Liberty | Herkules |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 32–38% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.4–2.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 30–50% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 30–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 7–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |