LibertyvsYellow Sub
Liberty (bittering) and Yellow Sub (aroma) 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
Yellow Sub
Alpha acid
6.2–7.2%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
-
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Yellow Sub
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Only in Yellow Sub
SweetRedApricotOrangeBlackberry
Property
| Property | Liberty | Yellow Sub |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3–6.5% | 6.2–7.2% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | - |
| Co-humulone | 22–30% | - |
| Total oil | 0.6–1.8 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 15–25% | - |
| Humulene | 35–45% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 10–15% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |