CentennialvsSuper Galena
Centennial (dual purpose) and Super Galena (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Centennial
Alpha acid
7–12%
Beta acid
3.5–5.5%
Total oil
1–3 mL
United States
Super Galena
Alpha acid
13–16%
Beta acid
8–10%
Total oil
0.8–2.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Centennial
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Super Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Centennial
PineCitrusFloralTangerine
Only in Super Galena
GrassySpicyPearPineappleGooseberryHoneyJuniper
Property
| Property | Centennial | Super Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 7–12% | 13–16% |
| Beta acid | 3.5–5.5% | 8–10% |
| Co-humulone | 23–30% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1–3 mL | 0.8–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 55–65% | 45–60% |
| Humulene | 10–20% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–7% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |