Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Simcoe
Alpha acid
11–15%
Beta acid
3–5%
Total oil
0.8–3.2 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galaxy
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Simcoe
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitCitrus
Only in Galaxy
PeachPineappleTropicalCannabisDank
Only in Simcoe
FruityEarthyGrapefruitPineBerryApricotBubblegum
Property
| Property | Galaxy | Simcoe |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 11–15% |
| Beta acid | 5–9% | 3–5% |
| Co-humulone | 32–42% | 15–21% |
| Total oil | 1.8–5 mL | 0.8–3.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–69% | 40–50% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 15–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |