BohemievsGalena

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

Bohemie

Aroma

Alpha acid

5–8%

Beta acid

6–9%

Total oil

1–1.5 mL

Czech Republic

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 Bohemie

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

When to pick Galena

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Spicy

Only in Bohemie

HerbalFloralCitrus

Only in Galena

FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody

Property

PropertyBohemieGalena
Alpha acid5–8%12–15.5%
Beta acid6–9%7.2–8.7%
Co-humulone23–26%36–40%
Total oil1–1.5 mL0.9–2.1 mL
Myrcene30–45%40–50%
Humulene17–23%11–17%
Caryophyllene7–10%5–9%
Farnesene1–3%0–1%
OriginCzech RepublicUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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