AzaccavsSuper Galena
Azacca (dual purpose) and Super Galena (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Azacca
Alpha acid
14–16%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.6–2.5 mL
United States
Super Galena
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
| Property | Azacca | Super Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 14–16% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–5.5% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 38–45% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.6–2.5 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 46–55% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 14–18% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 8–12% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |