PalisadevsLiberty

Palisade (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Palisade

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5.5–10%

Beta acid

5.5–8%

Total oil

0.8–2 mL

United States

Liberty

Bittering

Alpha acid

3–6.5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.6–1.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Palisade

  • 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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Floral

Only in Palisade

OrangeYogurtHoneyPassion fruitApricotClean

Only in Liberty

NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon

Property

PropertyPalisadeLiberty
Alpha acid5.5–10%3–6.5%
Beta acid5.5–8%3–4%
Co-humulone24–29%22–30%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene45–55%15–25%
Humulene10–20%35–45%
Caryophyllene8–16%10–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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