Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Sabro
Alpha acid
12–17%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
1.8–3.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Sabro
- 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-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Sabro
TangerineCoconutTropicalStone fruitCedarMintCream
Property
| Property | Liberty | Sabro |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 12–17% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.8–3.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 50–68% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 7–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 7–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |