GalenavsHallertau Blanc
Galena and Hallertau Blanc are popular aroma hops. Below you'll find a comparison of alpha and beta acids, aroma profiles and oil composition.
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Hallertau Blanc
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
4–7%
Total oil
0.8–2.2 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
When to pick Hallertau Blanc
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
PineappleGooseberry
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeSpicyWoody
Only in Hallertau Blanc
WhiteGrapesLemongrassPassion fruitCleanSauvignon
Property
| Property | Galena | Hallertau Blanc |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4–7% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 22–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.8–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 50–75% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 0–3% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 0–2% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Enigma
Nelson Sauvin