Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Petoskey
Alpha acid
12.1%
Beta acid
6.16%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Petoskey
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Petoskey
PungentPineapple
Property
| Property | Liberty | Petoskey |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 12.1% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 6.16% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 35–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |