LibertyvsTardif de Bourgogne
Liberty (bittering) and Tardif de Bourgogne (aroma) 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
Tardif de Bourgogne
Alpha acid
2.2–5.3%
Beta acid
3.1–5.8%
Total oil
0.4–0.9 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Tardif de Bourgogne
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFloral
Only in Liberty
HerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Tardif de Bourgogne
RedberryGreenIncensePineRoseLavender
Property
| Property | Liberty | Tardif de Bourgogne |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 2.2–5.3% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3.1–5.8% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 20% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.4–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 35–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |