LibertyvsVic Secret
Liberty (bittering) and Vic Secret (dual purpose) 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
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Herbal
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Vic Secret
TropicalPineapplePinePassion fruitEarthy
Property
| Property | Liberty | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |