Ariana
Alpha acid
9–13%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
1.6–2.4 mL
Germany
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 Ariana
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleFruityGooseberry
Only in Ariana
CitrusTangerinePassion fruitJasmineHerbal
Only in Galena
PearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeSpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Ariana | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 9–13% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 40–42% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.4 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 57–59% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | - | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |