Southern DawnvsLiberty
Southern Dawn (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Southern Dawn
Alpha acid
11.2–13.5%
Beta acid
4.3–5.9%
Total oil
-
South Africa
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 Dawn
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusHerbalSpicy
Only in Southern Dawn
QuinceLemongrassGingerChamomileStrawberryFruity
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | Southern Dawn | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11.2–13.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.3–5.9% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 31–33% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | - | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 22–45% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 17–25% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 4–10% | 0–1% |
| Origin | South Africa | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |