ToyomidorivsLiberty
Toyomidori and Liberty are popular bittering hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Toyomidori
Alpha acid
11–13%
Beta acid
5–6%
Total oil
0.8–1.2 mL
Japan
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Toyomidori
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Liberty
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Toyomidori
MildFruityTobaccoGreen
Only in Liberty
NobleFloralHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon
Property
| Property | Toyomidori | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–13% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 5–6% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 0.8–1.2 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 58–60% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 9–12% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 4–5% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Japan | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Bittering |