LibertyvsSouthern Dawn
Liberty (bittering) and Southern Dawn (dual purpose) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Southern Dawn
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
HerbalSpicyCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralDelicateLemon
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryFruity
Property
| Property | Liberty | Southern Dawn |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 11.2–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4.3–5.9% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 31–33% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 22–45% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 17–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 8–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 4–10% |
| Origin | United States | South Africa |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |