LibertyvsToyomidori
Liberty and Toyomidori are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Toyomidori
Alpha acid
11–13%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Japan
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Toyomidori
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Toyomidori
MildFruityTobaccoGreen
Property
| Property | Liberty | Toyomidori |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 11–13% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 40% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.8–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 58–60% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 9–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Japan |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |