Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Columbus
Alpha acid
14–18%
Beta acid
4.5–6%
Total oil
2.5–4.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Columbus
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantSpicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Columbus
EarthyLicoriceCurryCitrusFloralPungentDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Galena | Columbus |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 14–18% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4.5–6% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 2.5–4.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 9–14% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 6–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |