Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Spalt
Alpha acid
2.5–5.7%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Spalt
- 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 Spalt
Earthy
Property
| Property | Liberty | Spalt |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 2.5–5.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 22–29% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 20–35% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 8–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–18% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |