LibertyvsPacific Gem
Liberty and Pacific Gem are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine
Property
| Property | Liberty | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |