Pacific CrestvsLiberty
Pacific Crest (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Crest
Alpha acid
3.9%
Beta acid
3%
Total oil
-
United States
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Pacific Crest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
NobleFloralSpicyHerbal
Only in Pacific Crest
TobaccoEarthyGrassyPine
Only in Liberty
DelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Pacific Crest | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.9% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 27% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 19–21% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–10% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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