LibertyvsMount Rainier
Liberty (bittering) and Mount Rainier (dual purpose) 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 Rainier
Alpha acid
5–9.4%
Beta acid
5–9.2%
Total oil
0.2–3.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mount Rainier
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFloralSpicyCitrus
Only in Liberty
HerbalDelicateLemon
Only in Mount Rainier
Licorice
Property
| Property | Liberty | Mount Rainier |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 5–9.4% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–9.2% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 21–34% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.2–3.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 58–59% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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