Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Orion
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Orion
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Only in Liberty
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Property
| Property | Orion | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 6–9% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–5.75% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–2.1 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–56% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 16–26% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–13% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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