Agnus
Alpha acid
9–14%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Czech Republic
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Agnus
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Agnus
LavenderLeatherTobaccoCitrus
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Property
| Property | Agnus | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–14% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 29–38% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 2–3 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–20% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Czech Republic | United States |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Target