Sussex
Alpha acid
4.3–5.8%
Beta acid
2.4–3.2%
Total oil
0.4–0.6 mL
United Kingdom
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sussex
- 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
Citrus
Only in Sussex
EarthyGrassyMintVanilla
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | Sussex | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.3–5.8% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.2% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 29–32% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.4–0.6 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 41–43% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 22–24% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |