Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Mystic
Alpha acid
4–7%
Beta acid
2–4%
Total oil
0.5–1.5 mL
UK
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Mystic
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantWoody
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicy
Only in Mystic
CitrusPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Galena | Mystic |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 4–7% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 2–4% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 30–40% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.5–1.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 30–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 0% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | UK |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |
Barbe Rouge