Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Santiam
Alpha acid
5–8.5%
Beta acid
5.3–8.5%
Total oil
1–2.2 mL
United States
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
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Santiam
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Black currantSpicy
Only in Galena
FruityPearPineappleGrapefruitLimeGooseberryWoody
Only in Santiam
Floral
Property
| Property | Galena | Santiam |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 5–8.5% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 5.3–8.5% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 18–24% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 1–2.2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 15–25% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 20–30% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 6–9% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 14–18% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |