Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Triumph
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Triumph
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalDelicateLemon
Only in Triumph
PineOrangePeachLimeFruity
Property
| Property | Liberty | Triumph |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 22–26% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.8–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 25–40% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 28–34% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |