Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Pahto
Alpha acid
17–20%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pahto
- 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
Herbal
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Pahto
NeutralEarthyCleanSmooth
Property
| Property | Liberty | Pahto |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 17–20% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 26–32% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 58–72% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 8–11% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 3–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |