Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Mistral
Alpha acid
6.5–8.5%
Beta acid
3.1–3.8%
Total oil
1–1.5 mL
France
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Mistral
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Pear
Only in Galena
FruityPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Mistral
CitrusFloralMelonGrapesWinePassion fruitKumquatMango
Property
| Property | Galena | Mistral |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 6.5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3.1–3.8% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 29–39% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 59–65% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 9–13% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 3–4% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 2–4% |
| Origin | United States | France |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |