BrooklynvsGalaxy

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

Brooklyn

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

17.5–19.5%

Beta acid

8–10%

Total oil

-

New Zealand

Galaxy

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

5–9%

Total oil

1.8–5 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Brooklyn

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Galaxy

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

TropicalPassion fruit

Only in Brooklyn

GrapefruitSpicyHay

Only in Galaxy

CitrusPeachPineappleCannabisDank

Property

PropertyBrooklynGalaxy
Alpha acid17.5–19.5%11–16%
Beta acid8–10%5–9%
Co-humulone26%32–42%
Total oil-1.8–5 mL
Myrcene-33–69%
Humulene-1–2%
Caryophyllene-7–13%
Farnesene-3–5%
OriginNew ZealandAustralia
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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