Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Merkur
Alpha acid
12–16.2%
Beta acid
4.5–7.3%
Total oil
2–3 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Merkur
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pineapple
Only in Galena
FruityPearBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Merkur
SugarMintCitrusEarthy
Property
| Property | Galena | Merkur |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 12–16.2% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4.5–7.3% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 17–20% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 45–50% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 28–32% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |