Marynka
Alpha acid
7.5–12%
Beta acid
10–13%
Total oil
1.8–3.3 mL
Poland
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Marynka
- 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
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
LemonHerbalCitrus
Only in Marynka
HayLicoriceGrapefruitAniseEarthy
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralSpicyDelicate
Property
| Property | Marynka | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7.5–12% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 10–13% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 26–33% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.8–3.3 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 28–31% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 33–36% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–13% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 1–3% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Poland | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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