Ahtanum
Alpha acid
3.5–6.5%
Beta acid
4–6.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.7 mL
United States
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 Ahtanum
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Ahtanum
CitrusGeraniumPineEarthyFloralCedarLemon
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Ahtanum | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–6.5% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 30–35% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.5–1.7 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |