Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Loral
Alpha acid
10–17%
Beta acid
1.5–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3.4 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Loral
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityBlack currant
Only in Galena
PearPineappleGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Loral
FloralCitrusDark
Property
| Property | Galena | Loral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 10–17% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 1.5–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 20–24% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.5–3.4 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 52–58% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 17–18% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 5–6% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |