LibertyvsWillamette
Liberty (bittering) and Willamette (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
Willamette
Alpha acid
4–7.2%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
0.6–1.6 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Willamette
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Willamette
IncenseElderberryCaramelCurry
Property
| Property | Liberty | Willamette |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 4–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 3–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | 0.6–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 35–45% | 20–27% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | 7–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 5–6% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Dual purpose |
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