GalaxyvsBelma

Galaxy and Belma are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Galaxy

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–16%

Beta acid

5–9%

Total oil

1.8–5 mL

Australia

Belma

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.5–12.1%

Beta acid

4–8%

Total oil

1–2.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Galaxy

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

When to pick Belma

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

CitrusPineappleTropical

Only in Galaxy

Passion fruitPeachCannabisDank

Only in Belma

OrangeMelonStrawberryGrapefruitBerry

Property

PropertyGalaxyBelma
Alpha acid11–16%8.5–12.1%
Beta acid5–9%4–8%
Co-humulone32–42%-
Total oil1.8–5 mL1–2.5 mL
Myrcene33–69%65–68%
Humulene1–2%-
Caryophyllene7–13%-
Farnesene3–5%-
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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