Styrian GoldingvsLiberty
Styrian Golding (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Styrian Golding
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
2.5–3.5%
Total oil
0.5–1 mL
Slovenia
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Styrian Golding
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
SpicyNoble
Only in Styrian Golding
EarthyResinSweet
Only in Liberty
FloralHerbalDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Styrian Golding | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.5–3.5% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 27–33% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 34–38% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–11% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 2–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Slovenia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
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