GalenavsPacific Sunrise
Galena (aroma) and Pacific Sunrise (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 Sunrise
Alpha acid
12.5–14.5%
Beta acid
5–7%
Total oil
1.5–2.5 mL
New Zealand
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Pacific Sunrise
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Woody
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicy
Only in Pacific Sunrise
PineLemonOrangeMangoMelonFloral
Property
| Property | Galena | Pacific Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 12.5–14.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 5–7% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 27–30% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.5–2.5 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 45–55% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 20–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 6–8% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | New Zealand |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |