TNT BlendvsLiberty

TNT Blend (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

TNT Blend

Aroma

Alpha acid

11.5–13%

Beta acid

-

Total oil

1.3–1.5 mL

United States

Liberty

Bittering

Alpha acid

3–6.5%

Beta acid

3–4%

Total oil

0.6–1.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick TNT Blend

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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

Citrus

Only in TNT Blend

FruityGreen

Only in Liberty

NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon

Property

PropertyTNT BlendLiberty
Alpha acid11.5–13%3–6.5%
Beta acid-3–4%
Co-humulone-22–30%
Total oil1.3–1.5 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene-15–25%
Humulene-35–45%
Caryophyllene-10–15%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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