EndeavourvsGalena

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

Endeavour

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

5–10.6%

Beta acid

3.8–5.3%

Total oil

1.1–1.8 mL

United Kingdom

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 Endeavour

  • Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma

When to pick Galena

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

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Black currantSpicyGrapefruitLime

Only in Endeavour

Loganberry

Only in Galena

FruityPearPineappleGooseberryWoody

Property

PropertyEndeavourGalena
Alpha acid5–10.6%12–15.5%
Beta acid3.8–5.3%7.2–8.7%
Co-humulone30–36%36–40%
Total oil1.1–1.8 mL0.9–2.1 mL
Myrcene27–37%40–50%
Humulene3–10%11–17%
Caryophyllene-5–9%
Farnesene5–8%0–1%
OriginUnited KingdomUnited States
PurposeDual purposeAroma

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