Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Orion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Orion
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Property
| Property | Liberty | Orion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.5–5.75% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.8–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 41–56% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 16–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
Challenger