Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Tillicum
Alpha acid
13.5–15.5%
Beta acid
9.5–11.5%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Tillicum
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Tillicum
Stone fruit
Property
| Property | Liberty | Tillicum |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 13.5–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 9.5–11.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 39–41% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 13–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |