GalenavsNobility Blend
Galena (aroma) and Nobility Blend (dual purpose) 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
Nobility Blend
Alpha acid
4.2–4.5%
Beta acid
4.9–5.3%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Nobility Blend
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Nobility Blend
LemonOrangeLemongrassGreenFloral
Property
| Property | Galena | Nobility Blend |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 4.2–4.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4.9–5.3% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 27% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 34–38% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 22–23% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 26–28% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 6–8% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |