Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Pioneer
Alpha acid
8–10.5%
Beta acid
3.5–4.5%
Total oil
1–1.8 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 Pioneer
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Grapefruit
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Pioneer
CedarHerbalLemonCrispClean
Property
| Property | Galena | Pioneer |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 8–10.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 3.5–4.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 36–40% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1–1.8 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 34–36% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 18–25% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | - |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United Kingdom |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |