Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Harlequin
Alpha acid
9–12%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
1–1.6 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Harlequin
- 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 Harlequin
Passion fruitPeach
Property
| Property | Galena | Harlequin |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 9–12% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 27–31% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 59–61% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 4–6% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 9–11% |
| Origin | United States | UK |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |