Ella
Alpha acid
13.3–19.2%
Beta acid
4–7.8%
Total oil
2.4–3.4 mL
Australia
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Ella
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
When to pick Galaxy
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Tropical
Only in Ella
FloralSpicyGrapefruitNobleAnise
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitCitrusPeachPineappleCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Ella | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 13.3–19.2% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 4–7.8% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 33–40% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 2.4–3.4 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 34–50% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 15–22% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–18% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 12–14% | 3–5% |
| Origin | Australia | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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