Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Phoenix
Alpha acid
8–13.5%
Beta acid
3.3–5.5%
Total oil
1.2–3 mL
United Kingdom
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 Phoenix
- 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 Phoenix
MolassesChocolateFloralPine
Property
| Property | Galena | Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 8–13.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3.3–5.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 24–33% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1.2–3 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 23–25% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 29–31% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 10–12% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 1–2% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |