Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Motueka
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5–5.5%
Total oil
0.8–1 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Motueka
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Lime
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Motueka
CitrusMojitoLemonTropicalFloral
Property
| Property | Galena | Motueka |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 5–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 25–35% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.8–1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 47–48% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 3–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 1–3% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 12–13% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |