GalaxyvsPacific Gem
Galaxy (dual purpose) and Pacific Gem (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Galaxy
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitCitrusPeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Only in Pacific Gem
Black currantBerryBlackberryFloralOakPine
Property
| Property | Galaxy | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–9% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 32–42% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 1.8–5 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–69% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Bittering |
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