Bouclier
Alpha acid
3.8–8.5%
Beta acid
2.4–3.3%
Total oil
1.1–1.6 mL
France
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 Bouclier
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
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Bouclier
HerbalGrassyCitrus
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Property
| Property | Bouclier | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.8–8.5% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 2.4–3.3% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 42–47% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.1–1.6 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 37–39% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 33–35% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 3–4% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |