Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Orion
Alpha acid
6–9%
Beta acid
2.5–5.75%
Total oil
0.8–2.1 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Orion
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Spicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Orion
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Property
| Property | Galena | Orion |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 6–9% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 2.5–5.75% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 25–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.8–2.1 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 41–56% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 16–26% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 6–13% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Germany |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |