Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Chelan
Alpha acid
12–15%
Beta acid
8.5–10%
Total oil
1.5–1.9 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chelan
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Fruity
Only in Galena
PearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Chelan
FloralCitrusMild
Property
| Property | Galena | Chelan |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 12–15% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 8.5–10% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 33–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.5–1.9 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 12–15% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 9–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |