UltravsLiberty

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

Ultra

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–9.7%

Beta acid

3.6–5%

Total oil

0.8–1.5 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 Ultra

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • 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 Ultra

MildPleasant

Only in Liberty

NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon

Property

PropertyUltraLiberty
Alpha acid3–9.7%3–6.5%
Beta acid3.6–5%3–4%
Co-humulone25–35%22–30%
Total oil0.8–1.5 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene50–60%15–25%
Humulene10–15%35–45%
Caryophyllene6–9%10–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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