Pacific JadevsLiberty
Pacific Jade (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Pacific Jade
Alpha acid
12–14%
Beta acid
7–8%
Total oil
1.1–1.5 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 Jade
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusSpicyHerbal
Only in Pacific Jade
Black currant
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | Pacific Jade | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–14% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 7–8% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 23–25% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.5 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–34% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 32–33% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 10–11% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |