Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Amarillo
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
5.5–8%
Total oil
1–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Amarillo
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusPeachTropicalDank
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPineappleCannabis
Only in Amarillo
FloralSpicyOrangeLemonMelonApricotGrapefruit
Property
| Property | Galaxy | Amarillo |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 5–9% | 5.5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 32–42% | 21–24% |
| Total oil | 1.8–5 mL | 1–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–69% | 40–70% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 19–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 7–10% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 6–9% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |