Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Mackinac
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
2.8–4%
Total oil
1.5–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Mackinac
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicyCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalDelicateLemon
Only in Mackinac
TropicalMelonPapayaBlack currant
Property
| Property | Liberty | Mackinac |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 9–14% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.8–4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.5–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 15–17% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |