LibertyvsStyrian Fox
Liberty (bittering) and Styrian Fox (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
Styrian Fox
Alpha acid
5.7–12%
Beta acid
2.1–4%
Total oil
0.4–1.7 mL
Slovenia
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Styrian Fox
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Citrus
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Styrian Fox
Black currantLemongrassMarjoramElderflowerTropicalPineapplePineHoney
Property
| Property | Liberty | Styrian Fox |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 5.7–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 2.1–4% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 26–30% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.4–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 12–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 4–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Slovenia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |