Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Ultra
Alpha acid
3–9.7%
Beta acid
3.6–5%
Total oil
0.8–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Ultra
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Ultra
MildPleasant
Property
| Property | Liberty | Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 3–9.7% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3.6–5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.8–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 50–60% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 10–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
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