AzaccavsSuper Galena

Azacca (dual purpose) and Super Galena (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Azacca

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

14–16%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

1.6–2.5 mL

United States

Super Galena

Bittering

Alpha acid

13–16%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

0.8–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Azacca

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Super Galena

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

GrapefruitSpicyPineappleGrassy

Only in Azacca

MangoPapayaOrangeLemonTropicalCitrus

Only in Super Galena

PearGooseberryHoneyJuniper

Property

PropertyAzaccaSuper Galena
Alpha acid14–16%13–16%
Beta acid4–5.5%8–10%
Co-humulone38–45%35–40%
Total oil1.6–2.5 mL0.8–2.5 mL
Myrcene46–55%45–60%
Humulene14–18%-
Caryophyllene8–12%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeDual purposeBittering

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