Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralSpicy
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Santiam
Black currant
Property
| Property | Liberty | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–18% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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