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| General Hop Characteristics
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| Chemical Composition
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| Alpha Acids:
| 3-6 %
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| Beta Acids:
| 3-4 %
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| Cohumulone:
| 24-28 %
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| Myrcene:
| 24-42 %
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| Humulene:
| 30-40 %
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| Caryophyllene:
| 9-12 %
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| Farnesene:
| less than 1 %
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| Total Oil:
| 0.7-1.8 %
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| Storage
(%AA/6 M/20 C):
| 50%
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| Growing Characteristics
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| Yield:
| low
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| Harvest:
| early to midseason
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This article discusses a specific variety of hops. For general information about selecting, using or propogating hops, see the main hop page
A triploid released in 1983 as part of a program attempting to develop an American substitute for Hallertauer Mittelfrüh, Liberty was derived from a tetraploid Hallertauer and an unnamed aroma variety. Sister hops from the same program include Mount Hood, Crystal, and Ultra.
Liberty has a unique slightly spicy character and, unlike its half-sisters, is considered a true noble hop by some. Excellent in German lagers.
