LibertyvsPalisade

Liberty (bittering) and Palisade (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Liberty

Bittering

Alpha acid

3–6.5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.6–1.8 mL

United States

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Liberty

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

When to pick Palisade

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Liberty

NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotClean

Property

PropertyLibertyPalisade
Alpha acid3–6.5%5.5–10%
Beta acid3–4%5.5–8%
Co-humulone22–30%24–29%
Total oil0.6–1.8 mL0.8–2 mL
Myrcene15–25%45–55%
Humulene35–45%10–20%
Caryophyllene10–15%8–16%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeBitteringDual purpose

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