Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Stirling
Alpha acid
6–12%
Beta acid
4–6%
Total oil
1.3–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Stirling
- 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
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralHerbalSpicy
Only in Liberty
NobleDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Stirling
Citus
Property
| Property | Liberty | Stirling |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 6–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 4–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 21–28% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.3–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 44–48% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 19–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 5–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 11–17% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |