Elixir
Alpha acid
4.6–7%
Beta acid
4.5–6.6%
Total oil
1.8–2.2 mL
France
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 Elixir
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Elixir
RoseCognacLeatherTobaccoCitrusTropicalTangerineOrangeFloralSandalwood
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Property
| Property | Elixir | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.6–7% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–6.6% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 25–30% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 1.8–2.2 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 65–75% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 26–27% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | France | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |