Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Talus
Alpha acid
8.1–9.5%
Beta acid
8.3–10.2%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Talus
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Talus
GrapefruitRosePineResinTropicalSagePotpourriCreamStone fruitWoody
Property
| Property | Liberty | Talus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 8.1–9.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 8.3–10.2% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 34–39% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 16–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 9–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |