Dr. RudivsGalena

Dr. Rudi (dual purpose) and Galena (aroma) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Dr. Rudi

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

10–12%

Beta acid

7–8.5%

Total oil

1.3–1.6 mL

New Zealand

Galena

Aroma

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 Dr. Rudi

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Galena

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.

Only in Dr. Rudi

ResinPineLemongrass

Only in Galena

FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody

Property

PropertyDr. RudiGalena
Alpha acid10–12%12–15.5%
Beta acid7–8.5%7.2–8.7%
Co-humulone36–39%36–40%
Total oil1.3–1.6 mL0.9–2.1 mL
Myrcene28–30%40–50%
Humulene33–34%11–17%
Caryophyllene9–11%5–9%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginNew ZealandUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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