Citra
Alpha acid
10–15%
Beta acid
3–4.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Citra
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPeachPassion fruit
Only in Citra
GrapefruitMelonLimeFloralGooseberryLychee
Only in Galaxy
PineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Citra | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 10–15% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 3–4.5% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 20–35% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 1.5–3 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 60–70% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 7–13% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–8% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |