BelmavsGalaxy

Belma and Galaxy are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Belma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.5–12.1%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Galaxy

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

5–9%

Total oil

1.8–5 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Belma

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Galaxy

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PineappleCitrusTropical

Only in Belma

OrangeMelonStrawberryGrapefruitBerry

Only in Galaxy

Passion fruitPeachCannabisDank

Property

PropertyBelmaGalaxy
Alpha acid8.5–12.1%11–16%
Beta acid4–8%5–9%
Co-humulone-32–42%
Total oil1–2.5 mL1.8–5 mL
Myrcene65–68%33–69%
Humulene-1–2%
Caryophyllene-7–13%
Farnesene-3–5%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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