Galena
Alpha acid
12–15.5%
Beta acid
7.2–8.7%
Total oil
0.9–2.1 mL
United States
Sládek
Alpha acid
4.5–9%
Beta acid
4–11%
Total oil
0.8–2 mL
Czech Republic
Key differences
When to pick Galena
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Richer, more complex aroma profile
When to pick Sládek
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
FruityGrapefruit
Only in Galena
PearPineappleBlack currantLimeGooseberrySpicyWoody
Only in Sládek
NoblePeachPassion fruit
Property
| Property | Galena | Sládek |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 12–15.5% | 4.5–9% |
| Beta acid | 7.2–8.7% | 4–11% |
| Co-humulone | 36–40% | 23–40% |
| Total oil | 0.9–2.1 mL | 0.8–2 mL |
| Myrcene | 40–50% | 35–50% |
| Humulene | 11–17% | 20–40% |
| Caryophyllene | 5–9% | 9–14% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | Czech Republic |
| Purpose | Aroma | Aroma |