Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
CitrusCannabisDank
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitPeachPineappleTropical
Only in Columbus
EarthyBlack currantLicoriceCurrySpicyFloralPungent
Property
| Property | Galaxy | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 5–9% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 32–42% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–5 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–69% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |