GalaxyvsVic Secret
Galaxy and Vic Secret are popular dual purpose hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Vic Secret
Alpha acid
14–21.8%
Beta acid
5.7–8.7%
Total oil
1.9–2.8 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Galaxy
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Vic Secret
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Passion fruitPineappleTropical
Only in Galaxy
CitrusPeachCannabisDank
Only in Vic Secret
PineHerbalEarthy
Property
| Property | Galaxy | Vic Secret |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 11–16% | 14–21.8% |
| Beta acid | 5–9% | 5.7–8.7% |
| Co-humulone | 32–42% | 51–57% |
| Total oil | 1.8–5 mL | 1.9–2.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 33–69% | 31–46% |
| Humulene | 1–2% | 9–21% |
| Caryophyllene | 7–13% | 9–15% |
| Farnesene | 3–5% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | Australia |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
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