LibertyvsMount Hood
Liberty (bittering) and Mount Hood (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Mount Hood
Alpha acid
3.9–8%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.2–1.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mount Hood
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleHerbalSpicy
Only in Liberty
FloralDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Mount Hood
Pungent
Property
| Property | Liberty | Mount Hood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 3.9–8% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 21–23% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.2–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 12–38% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 7–16% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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