Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Junga
Alpha acid
10–14%
Beta acid
5–8%
Total oil
1.5–2.6 mL
Poland
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Junga
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityBlack currantGrapefruitSpicy
Only in Galena
PearPineappleLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Junga
Earthy
Property
| Property | Galena | Junga |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 10–14% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 5–8% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 29–34% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.5–2.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | - |
| Humulene | 11–17% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | - |
| Origin | United States | Poland |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |
Target