AhtanumvsGalena

Ahtanum and Galena are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Ahtanum

Aroma

Alpha acid

3.5–6.5%

Beta acid

4–6.5%

Total oil

0.5–1.7 mL

United States

Galena

Aroma

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

PropertyAhtanumGalena
Alpha acid3.5–6.5%12–15.5%
Beta acid4–6.5%7.2–8.7%
Co-humulone30–35%36–40%
Total oil0.5–1.7 mL0.9–2.1 mL
Myrcene45–55%40–50%
Humulene15–22%11–17%
Caryophyllene9–12%5–9%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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