Pacific GemvsLiberty
Pacific Gem and Liberty are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
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 Gem
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Liberty
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryOakPine
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Pacific Gem | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13–15% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–9% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 35–40% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.6 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–40% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 20–30% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 6–12% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |