Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Saaz (CZ)
Alpha acid
2–5%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
0.4–1 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Saaz (CZ)
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFloralHerbal
Only in Liberty
SpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Saaz (CZ)
EarthyMild
Property
| Property | Liberty | Saaz (CZ) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 2–5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 23–26% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.4–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 15–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–20% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |