Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Loral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Loral
Black currantDarkFruity
Property
| Property | Liberty | Loral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 10–17% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 1.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.5–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 52–58% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |