GalaxyvsNZH-107

Galaxy and NZH-107 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

NZH-107

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8–11%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

1.4–2.2 mL

New Zealand

Key differences

When to pick Galaxy

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

When to pick NZH-107

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Passion fruitCitrus

Only in Galaxy

PeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank

Only in NZH-107

Grapefruit

Property

PropertyGalaxyNZH-107
Alpha acid11–16%8–11%
Beta acid5–9%5–7%
Co-humulone32–42%27–31%
Total oil1.8–5 mL1.4–2.2 mL
Myrcene33–69%55–65%
Humulene1–2%7–10%
Caryophyllene7–13%4–8%
Farnesene3–5%4–7%
OriginAustraliaNew Zealand
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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