Southern CrossvsLiberty
Southern Cross (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Cross
Alpha acid
11–14%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.2–2 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 Southern Cross
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- 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
LemonSpicyCitrus
Only in Southern Cross
LimePineTropicalZest
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalDelicate
Property
| Property | Southern Cross | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–14% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–28% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.2–2 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 31–55% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 13–21% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 6–8% | 0–1% |
| Origin | New Zealand | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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