GalenavsMillennium
Galena (aroma) and Millennium (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.
Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Millennium
Alpha acid
14.5–18.5%
Beta acid
4.3–6.5%
Total oil
1.5–3 mL
United States
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 Millennium
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pear
Only in Galena
FruityPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Millennium
ToffeeFloralResinHerbal
Property
| Property | Galena | Millennium |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 14.5–18.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4.3–6.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 28–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.5–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 35–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 15–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 8–10% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |