Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
McKenzie
Alpha acid
9–11%
Beta acid
8–9%
Total oil
2–3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick McKenzie
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralLemon
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrus
Only in McKenzie
GrapefruitNectarineMelonPineThymeStone fruitDank
Property
| Property | Liberty | McKenzie |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 9–11% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 8–9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 35–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |