Columbia
Alpha acid
5–9%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2 mL
United States
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 Columbia
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Columbia
LemonCitrusNoblePungent
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Property
| Property | Columbia | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5–9% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 3–4% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 40% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1–2 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 45–55% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 15–19% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 9–12% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |