Sylva
Alpha acid
4–7.3%
Beta acid
3–7%
Total oil
0.9–1.4 mL
Australia
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Sylva
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Liberty
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Floral
Only in Sylva
BohemianHoppyWoody
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Sylva | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4–7.3% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–28% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–1.4 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 26–36% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 18–27% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 22–28% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |