GalaxyvsTropica

Galaxy and Tropica 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

Tropica

Dual purpose

Alpha acid

8.8%

Beta acid

3%

Total oil

-

United States

Key differences

When to pick Galaxy

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

When to pick Tropica

No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

PineappleTropicalDank

Only in Galaxy

Passion fruitCitrusPeachCannabis

Only in Tropica

MandarinOrange

Property

PropertyGalaxyTropica
Alpha acid11–16%8.8%
Beta acid5–9%3%
Co-humulone32–42%-
Total oil1.8–5 mL-
Myrcene33–69%-
Humulene1–2%-
Caryophyllene7–13%-
Farnesene3–5%-
OriginAustraliaUnited States
PurposeDual purposeDual purpose

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