LibertyvsPacific Sunrise
Liberty and Pacific Sunrise 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 Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 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 Sunrise
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralLemon
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrus
Only in Pacific Sunrise
WoodyPineOrangeMangoMelon
Property
| Property | Liberty | Pacific Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 12.5–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |