Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Sterling
Alpha acid
5.5–8.5%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sterling
- 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
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFloralHerbalSpicy
Only in Liberty
DelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Sterling
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Property
| Property | Liberty | Sterling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 5.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 22–28% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 35–45% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 16–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 5–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 15–19% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |