LibertyvsTettnang (US)
Liberty (bittering) and Tettnang (US) (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
Tettnang (US)
Alpha acid
2.5–5.5%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.5–0.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tettnang (US)
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleSpicy
Only in Liberty
FloralHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Tettnang (US)
Grassy
Property
| Property | Liberty | Tettnang (US) |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 2.5–5.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 20–28% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.5–0.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 30–45% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 18–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–7% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–8% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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