Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Chinook
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
GrapefruitSpicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Chinook
PineResinDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Galena | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |