GalenavsEkuanot

Galena and Ekuanot are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.

Galena

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–15.5%

Beta acid

7.2–8.7%

Total oil

0.9–2.1 mL

United States

Ekuanot

Aroma

Alpha acid

13–15.5%

Beta acid

4–5.5%

Total oil

2–4.5 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Galena

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
  • More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes

When to pick Ekuanot

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Lime

Only in Galena

FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitGooseberrySpicyWoody

Only in Ekuanot

LemonOrangeTropicalBerryPapayaAppleSageEucalyptusHerbalMelonCitrusGuava

Property

PropertyGalenaEkuanot
Alpha acid12–15.5%13–15.5%
Beta acid7.2–8.7%4–5.5%
Co-humulone36–40%31–38%
Total oil0.9–2.1 mL2–4.5 mL
Myrcene40–50%30–45%
Humulene11–17%12–20%
Caryophyllene5–9%8–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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