Wild WolfvsLiberty

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

Wild Wolf

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.25%

Beta acid

5.88%

Total oil

-

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 Wild Wolf

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Liberty

  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Herbal

Only in Wild Wolf

FruityEarthy

Only in Liberty

NobleFloralSpicyDelicateCitrusLemon

Property

PropertyWild WolfLiberty
Alpha acid8.25%3–6.5%
Beta acid5.88%3–4%
Co-humulone-22–30%
Total oil-0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene-15–25%
Humulene-35–45%
Caryophyllene-10–15%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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