GalenavsHBC 692

Galena and HBC 692 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

HBC 692

Aroma

Alpha acid

8.9–9.5%

Beta acid

8.3–10.2%

Total oil

1–2.2 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Galena

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick HBC 692

  • Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

GrapefruitWoody

Only in Galena

FruityPearPineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberrySpicy

Only in HBC 692

FloralStone fruitPotpourriCreamPine

Property

PropertyGalenaHBC 692
Alpha acid12–15.5%8.9–9.5%
Beta acid7.2–8.7%8.3–10.2%
Co-humulone36–40%-
Total oil0.9–2.1 mL1–2.2 mL
Myrcene40–50%-
Humulene11–17%-
Caryophyllene5–9%-
Farnesene0–1%-
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaAroma

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