Ernest
Alpha acid
4.4–6.3%
Beta acid
4.5–5.5%
Total oil
0.7–1.1 mL
United Kingdom
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 Ernest
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Ernest
GrassyHerbalStone fruit
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Property
| Property | Ernest | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 4.4–6.3% | 12–15.5% |
| Beta acid | 4.5–5.5% | 7.2–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 50–55% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.7–1.1 mL | 0.9–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 50–60% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 8–12% | 11–17% |
| Caryophyllene | 0–1% | 5–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United Kingdom | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |