GalaxyvsStrata

Galaxy and Strata 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

Strata

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

11–12.5%

Beta acid

5–7%

Total oil

2.3–3.5 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

When to pick Strata

  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Passion fruitCannabisDank

Only in Galaxy

CitrusPeachPineappleTropical

Only in Strata

GrapefruitStrawberryMusty

Property

PropertyGalaxyStrata
Alpha acid11–16%11–12.5%
Beta acid5–9%5–7%
Co-humulone32–42%21%
Total oil1.8–5 mL2.3–3.5 mL
Myrcene33–69%52–65%
Humulene1–2%22–30%
Caryophyllene7–13%5–13%
Farnesene3–5%0–1%
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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