LibertyvsPacific Crest
Liberty (bittering) and Pacific Crest (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
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFloralHerbalSpicy
Only in Liberty
DelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Pacific Crest
TobaccoEarthyGrassyPine
Property
| Property | Liberty | Pacific Crest |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 3.9% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 19–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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