Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Paradigm
Alpha acid
8–11.7%
Beta acid
3.9–6.3%
Total oil
1.2–2.17 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
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
When to pick Paradigm
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
TropicalDank
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitCitrusPeachPineappleCannabis
Only in Paradigm
HerbalStone fruitSpicyMelonCandyPapayaMintPearChamomile
Property
| Property | Galaxy | Paradigm |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 8–11.7% |
| Beta acid | 5–9% | 3.9–6.3% |
| Co-humulone | 32–42% | 34–35% |
| Total oil | 1.8–5 mL | 1.2–2.17 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–69% | 39–40% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 4–5% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Aroma |