VistavsLiberty

Vista (dual purpose) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Vista

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–12%

Beta acid

3.5–5.5%

Total oil

0.8–2.2 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 Vista

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Liberty

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusFloral

Only in Vista

TropicalTangerineMelonPearGreenSweet

Only in Liberty

NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon

Property

PropertyVistaLiberty
Alpha acid8–12%3–6.5%
Beta acid3.5–5.5%3–4%
Co-humulone29–31%22–30%
Total oil0.8–2.2 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene30–40%15–25%
Humulene18–22%35–45%
Caryophyllene10–14%10–15%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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