X13459vsLiberty

X13459 (aroma) and Liberty (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

X13459

Aroma

Alpha acid

3–5.5%

Beta acid

4–5%

Total oil

0.8–2 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 X13459

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • 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

FloralCitrus

Only in X13459

TropicalPeachStrawberry

Only in Liberty

NobleHerbalSpicyDelicateLemon

Property

PropertyX13459Liberty
Alpha acid3–5.5%3–6.5%
Beta acid4–5%3–4%
Co-humulone21–24%22–30%
Total oil0.8–2 mL0.6–1.8 mL
Myrcene-15–25%
Humulene-35–45%
Caryophyllene-10–15%
Farnesene-0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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