GalenavsPride of Ringwood
Galena (aroma) and Pride of Ringwood (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
Pride of Ringwood
Alpha acid
7–11%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
-
Australia
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 Pride of Ringwood
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleBlack currantGrapefruitLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Pride of Ringwood
CedarOakHerbal
Property
| Property | Galena | Pride of Ringwood |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 7–11% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4–8% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 26–39% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 24–41% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 2–4% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Australia |
| Purpose | Aroma | Bittering |