PuławskivsLiberty

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

Puławski

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

-

Poland

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 Puławski

  • 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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

LemonHerbal

Only in Puławski

WhiteSpiceClovePapaya

Only in Liberty

NobleFloralSpicyDelicateCitrus

Property

PropertyPuławskiLiberty
Alpha acid8–11%3–6.5%
Beta acid3–4%3–4%
Co-humulone26–30%22–30%
Total oil-0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene38–39%15–25%
Humulene24–25%35–45%
Caryophyllene11–13%10–15%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginPolandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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