Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Crystal
Alpha acid
2.8–6%
Beta acid
4.5–8.5%
Total oil
0.8–2.3 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galaxy
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Crystal
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitCitrusPeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Only in Crystal
WoodyFloralGreenFruitySpicyCinnamonNutmegBlack currant
Property
| Property | Galaxy | Crystal |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 2.8–6% |
| Beta acid | 5–9% | 4.5–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–42% | 20–26% |
| Total oil | 1.8–5 mL | 0.8–2.3 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–69% | 30–55% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 5–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |
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