Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Mistral
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusFloral
Only in Mistral
MelonGrapesWinePearPassion fruitKumquatMango
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | Mistral | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6.5–8.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3.1–3.8% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 29–39% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1–1.5 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 59–65% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 9–13% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 2–4% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |