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Liberty
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About
Liberty has many similarities to the Hallertauer Mittlefruh. The cones contain a moderate amount of lupulin that is a light yellow colour. The aroma is mild and clean. Liberty has also shown many similarities to a Golding hop but has just a hint of lemon/citrus flavour that gives it an extra edge on the smooth Golding flavour.
Origin
Liberty is a relatively new American aroma hop. Originating from a cross made in 1983, it is a triploid seedling of the Hallertauer Mittlefruh. It was released as a variety in 1991.
Flavor & Aroma Characteristics
HerbalLemonSpiceNobleFloralSpicyDelicateNoble Hop Characteristics
Recommended Beer Styles
BockLagerPale Ale
Substitutes
Oil Composition
Myrcene
32-46%
Humulene
31-40%
Caryophyllene
9-12%
Farnesene
≥1%
Acid Profile
Alpha Acid3.0 - 6.0%
Beta Acid3.5 - 4.0%
Co-Humulone24-28%
Technical Details
Total Oil1.3-1.9 mL/100g
HSI0.55
Flavor Intensity6/10
Brewing Uselate addition, dry hop, whirlpool
StorabilityRetains 35%-55% alpha acid after 6 months storage at 20°C (68°F)