CentennialvsGalaxy
Centennial and Galaxy are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- 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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Citrus
Only in Centennial
PineFloralGrapefruitTangerine
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Centennial | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |