GalenavsHPA-016

Galena and HPA-016 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

HPA-016

Aroma

Alpha acid

15.7–18.7%

Beta acid

5.9–9%

Total oil

1.7–1.9 mL

Australia

Key differences

When to pick Galena

  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick HPA-016

  • Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering

Aroma profile and use

Shared aromas

Fruity

Only in Galena

PearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody

Only in HPA-016

MandarinCitrusPine

Property

PropertyGalenaHPA-016
Alpha acid12–15.5%15.7–18.7%
Beta acid7.2–8.7%5.9–9%
Co-humulone36–40%33–37%
Total oil0.9–2.1 mL1.7–1.9 mL
Myrcene40–50%35–49%
Humulene11–17%0–2%
Caryophyllene5–9%6–12%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesAustralia
PurposeAromaAroma

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