Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Wakatu
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
8–8.5%
Total oil
0.9–1.2 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Wakatu
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
Floral
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Only in Wakatu
LimeTropicalZest
Property
| Property | Liberty | Wakatu |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 8–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 28–30% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.9–1.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 35–36% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 16–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 8–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–7% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |