Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Horizon
Alpha acid
8.8–12%
Beta acid
5.5–7.5%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Horizon
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Horizon
FloralCitrusFloral
Property
| Property | Galena | Horizon |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 8.8–12% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 5.5–7.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 16–19% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 10–20% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 8–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 3–5% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |