Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Northdown
Alpha acid
7–10%
Beta acid
4–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–2.5 mL
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 Northdown
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Northdown
FloralPineCedarBerry
Property
| Property | Galena | Northdown |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 7–10% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 24–32% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.2–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 23–29% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 40–45% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 13–17% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |