Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Galaxy
Alpha acid
11–16%
Beta acid
5–9%
Total oil
1.8–5 mL
Australia
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Galaxy
- 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
Pineapple
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Galaxy
Passion fruitCitrusPeachTropicalCannabisDank
Property
| Property | Galena | Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 11–16% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 5–9% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 32–42% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.8–5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 33–69% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 1–2% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 7–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |