USDA 008
Alpha acid
10.1–11.1%
Beta acid
2.7–3.3%
Total oil
1.6–1.7 mL
United States
Liberty
Alpha acid
3–6.5%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
0.6–1.8 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick USDA 008
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Liberty
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FloralCitrus
Only in USDA 008
SweetPeachMangoStone fruit
Only in Liberty
NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon
Property
| Property | USDA 008 | Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10.1–11.1% | 3–6.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.7–3.3% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 25–26% | 22–30% |
| Total oil | 1.6–1.7 mL | 0.6–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 6–7% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 48–49% | 35–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 16–17% | 10–15% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |