Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Gemini
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currant
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Gemini
HoneydewStrawberryEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHay
Property
| Property | Galena | Gemini |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 6–10.4% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3–4.28% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 31–32% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 32–33% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |