GalenavsSatus

Galena (aroma) and Satus (bittering) serve different purposes. Comparing acids, aromas and character helps pick the right hop.

Galena

Aroma

Alpha acid

12–15.5%

Beta acid

7.2–8.7%

Total oil

0.9–2.1 mL

United States

Satus

Bittering

Alpha acid

12–14.5%

Beta acid

8.5–9%

Total oil

1.5–2.8 mL

United States

Key differences

When to pick Galena

  • Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
  • Richer, more complex aroma profile

When to pick Satus

  • More essential oils - more intense aroma
  • 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 Satus

CitrusClean

Property

PropertyGalenaSatus
Alpha acid12–15.5%12–14.5%
Beta acid7.2–8.7%8.5–9%
Co-humulone36–40%32–35%
Total oil0.9–2.1 mL1.5–2.8 mL
Myrcene40–50%40–45%
Humulene11–17%15–20%
Caryophyllene5–9%7–10%
Farnesene0–1%0–1%
OriginUnited StatesUnited States
PurposeAromaBittering

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