GalenavsPacific Gem
Galena (aroma) and Pacific Gem (bittering) 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
Pacific Gem
Alpha acid
13–15%
Beta acid
7–9%
Total oil
0.8–1.6 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Gem
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currant
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Pacific Gem
BerryBlackberryFloralOakPine
Property
| Property | Galena | Pacific Gem |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 13–15% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 7–9% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 35–40% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.8–1.6 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 30–40% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 6–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |