Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Mistral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Mistral
MelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Property
| Property | Liberty | Mistral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3.1–3.8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 29–39% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |